Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a stern warning to Hezbollah following a recent statement by its leader, Naim Qassem, declaring that the group would “act as we see fit” in response to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran.

In a message posted on his X account, Katz criticized Qassem for failing to learn from the fate of his predecessors, former Hezbollah leaders Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine, who were both reportedly assassinated by Israel several months ago.

“The Hezbollah leader hasn’t learned from his predecessors and is threatening to act against Israel,” Katz said, urging Hezbollah to exercise restraint.

“I suggest that the Lebanese proxy be careful and understand that Israel has lost patience with the terrorists who threaten it,” he added.

“If there is terror, there will be no Hezbollah,” Katz concluded.