Hezbollah

Yoav Klein and Nir Ben Ari fell in southern Lebanon

Staff Sergeant Yoav Klein and Sergeant First Class Nir Ben Ari, both 21, named among soldiers who fell in battle with Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon.

Israel holding fire:

Dozen of Hezbollah terrorists trapped in terror stronghold

Political echelon orders IDF to hold fire in southern Lebanon; IDF opposes directive.

In call with Lebanese Pres.

Rubio urges Hezbollah disarmament

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun speak ahead of upcoming Washington peace talks between Israel and Lebanon.

'The north owes you'

Former Northern Command chief bids farewell to Dor Ben Simhon

The former Head of Northern Command pays tribute to Lieutenant Colonel Dor Ben Simhon who fell in Lebanon, praising his devotion, leadership, and contribution to the security of the north.

'Peace means no Hezbollah'

Israeli envoy affirms Lebanon ceasefire

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter reaffirms Israel's commitment to the Lebanon ceasefire, adding that true regional peace requires the complete elimination of Hezbollah.

Hezbollah leader vows complete expulsion of Israel from Lebanon

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem blasted blasts what he describes as a joint US-Israeli "conspiracy", vowing the terrorist group will achieve the definitive expulsion of Israel.

Senior US official:

Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting at 4:00 p.m.

Despite Netanyahu's forceful statement following the deadly incident, CNN reported, citing a source familiar with the matter, that Israel has no intention of escalating its response.

Miracle in northern Israel:

Eruv saves lives of soldiers at IDF outpost

An explosive Hezbollah FPV drone became entangled in an eiruv installed by an IDF Military Rabbinate soldier, detonating harmlessly above the outpost.

Huckabee backs Israel’s strikes in Lebanon

US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, backed IDF strikes in southern Lebanon in response to Hezbollah violations and attacks on IDF soldiers.

4 soldiers killed in battle in Lebanon

Battalion commander LTC Dor Gedalia Ben Simhon, 32, and 3 other soldiers were killed in southern Lebanon.

US sanctions Hezbollah finance network spanning four nations

The US sanctions Lebanese political figures Sleiman Frangieh and Mahmud Qamati for hindering peace efforts and fueling a Hezbollah financing network.

Amb. Leiter:

'Israel committed to Lebanon truce but will thwart threats'

Israel's Ambassador to the US states that Israel remains committed to the Lebanon ceasefire but will respond to attacks, following a conditional pledge from Lebanon's parliament speaker.

Trump says he expects 'complete ceasefire' with Hezbollah

In a series of social media posts, US President Donald Trump claims America is 'committed to peace,' accuses 'fools' who think he hasn't been tough enough on Iran of being 'either jealous, bad people, or stupid.'

Map of Security Zone

IDF official: Troops to stay in Lebanon as talks continue

An IDF official said troops will remain in the Security Zone in southern Lebanon to eliminate threats as negotiations with Lebanon continue.

Trump’s astonishing betrayal of Israel’s security imperatives

Perhaps the biggest betrayal of all is that the administration increasingly appears to view Israeli military actions not through the lens of Israeli security needs but through the lens of how those actions affect US negotiations with Tehran. Opinion.

Minutes after launch:

IDF destroys launcher used to fire missiles at troops

After Hezbollah launched missiles at soldiers, the IAF struck the launcher, which was loaded and ready to fire additional rockets.

Five soldiers wounded, one severely, in Hezbollah drone attack

Explosive drone hits Givati force operating in southern Lebanon, injuring four. Additional drone strikes evacuation crew, injuring an additional soldier.

Huckabee proposes: Deport Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee proposes deportation of terrorists to give Middle East a chance at peace.

Is this a ceasefire?

Hezbollah fired rockets; IAF destroys launcher

The Israeli Air Force intercepted several rockets launched today by Hezbollah toward the area where IDF forces are operating in southern Lebanon. Later, it struck the launcher from which some of the rockets had been fired.

In southern Lebanon

Terrorist cells threatening IDF troops eliminated

IAF successfully intercepts rockets launched toward area in which IDF soldiers are operating, eliminating terrorists who posed a threat to the troops.

Senior US official

Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon not a condition for deal

A senior American official said that an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon is not a condition for the agreement between the US and Iran.

Smotrich

Agreement with Iran is bad; The test now is Lebanon

At a Religious Zionism faction meeting, Bezalel Smotrich declared that following the emerging agreement with Iran, the main arena in which Israel will be tested is Lebanon.

Hezbollah congratulates Iran

Terrorist proxy praises Iran for the deal it reached with the US, warns Israel 'there will be no return to the situation before March 2.'

Mark Levin:

'Israel deserves thanks, not criticism'

Mark Levin argued that Israel has gone from being a valued US ally against a shared enemy to facing criticism and restrictions on its ability to defend itself against Iran and Hezbollah.

Graham in message to Trump

'We must understand who we are dealing with'

Senator Lindsey Graham expresses hope for a diplomatic deal to halt Iran's nuclear program, but warns that its proxy Hezbollah remains committed to destroying Israel.

Trump rejects Israeli strike:

'Israel has the right to defend itself against threats, but'

President Donald Trump said Israel's Beirut strike should not have happened, urging all sides to avoid ruining a possible Iran deal.

IDF confirms:

Hezbollah commander behind attack on US troops eliminated

Ali Musa Daqduq, a senior Hezbollah commander wanted for the 2007 killing of US soldiers, was eliminated by the IDF, Israel says.

Israel estimates:

Iran to respond to strike on Dahieh

IDF says it is preparing for potential launches toward Israel in the coming hours following an Israeli strike on a Hezbollah command center in the Dahieh suburb.

Chief of Staff:

'We are prepared for fronts besides Lebanon'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir spoke with the Northern Command and stressed the need for offensive operations in Lebanon to wear down Hezbollah's southern front and improve future security arrangements.

Following drone attacks

Israel responds with strikes on Hezbollah Beirut stronghold

The IDF struck a Hezbollah terrorist command center in Beirut's Dahieh district in response to Hezbollah fire toward Israel.

IDF strikes over 70 Hezbollah sites in 24 hours

IDF eliminates terrorists, targets more than 70 Hezbollah infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon, including launchers and operational structures.

IDF preparing to halt ground maneuver in Lebanon

IDF preparing for possibility political echelon will order halt to ground advances in southern Lebanon due to pressure not to jeopardize US-Iran deal.

Maps found in Hezbollah tunnels reveal threat to Israeli towns

IDF continues neutralizing Hezbollah's IRGC-funded tunnel network, discovers maps showing revealing threat posed to northern Israel.

Watch: Seven terrorists spotted - and eliminated

IDF forces identify two terror cells operating out of an underground terror tunnel in southern Lebanon.

IDF strikes Hezbollah rocket launchers in southern Lebanon

IDF says it carried out precise airstrikes, dismantling five rocket launchers used in attacks on IDF troops, along with a vehicle-mounted launcher, a command center, and operatives near Israeli forces.

More details emerge as Iran-US deal nears

Iran-US deal reportedly includes permanent ceasefire, withdrawal of US forces stationed near Iran, and a complete halt to Israel's anti-terror operations in Lebanon and withdrawal of IDF forces from the area.

Revealed: IDF completes operation deep in Lebanon

Forces from IDF's 769th Brigade complete operation targeting Hezbollah strongholds in the Dibbin area in southern Lebanon.

IDF striking terrorists across multiple fronts

In a week of intense operations, IDF hits 310 Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, eliminates top Gaza terrorists, and arrests over 50 suspects in Judea and Samaria.

President Aoun:

'Lebanon won't back down from Israel talks'

President Joseph Aoun affirms Lebanon will continue direct talks with Israel despite pushback.

Report:

Turkey urges Syrian President not to help weaken Hezbollah

Turkey is urging Syria's leader not to fight Hezbollah, defying Trump's plans to enlist him, according to Kan 11 News.

Israel's unusual accusation against Lebanese Army commander

Israel accusing Lebanese Army chief General Rudolf Haikal of cooperating with Hezbollah, preventing implementation of Lebanese government decisions.

Watch:

Terrorists flee drone in tunnel and are taken out from the air

IDF troops uncovered weapons and targeted Hezbollah operatives after a drone detected terrorists inside a tunnel network beneath Beaufort Ridge.

IDF achieves operational control of the Saluki River

The IDF says troops gained operational control north of the Saluki River, eliminating terrorists and dismantling Hezbollah infrastructure.

The heartbreaking embrace between the two IDF families

The father of Ohad Yaari, who was killed in Lebanon, called for the release of the detained commander: “This was an operational mishap, not a criminal matter."

IDF destroys missile launcher hidden in bushes

IDF soldiers destroy anti-tank missile launcher concealed in bushes in Lebanon, eliminate over 35 terrorists.

Security Council fails to condemn Hezbollah for UNIFIL death

Amb. Danon calls out UN for not mentioning Hezbollah in statement about a Serbian UN peacekeeper who was murdered by the terrorist organization.

Defense Minister:

Campaign against Iran is far from over

Defense Minister Israel Katz says Israel remains prepared to strike Iran and vows continued operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Netanyahu to Lebanese

'Hezbollah is weak, don't let it dictate your future'

The PM addressed a direct message to the citizens of Lebanon, accusing Hezbollah and Iran of dragging the country into conflict and saying that Israel seeks peace.

Watch:

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon

Over the past 24 hours, the IDF struck Hezbollah infrastructure sites and eliminated terrorists in the area of Tyre and additional areas in southern Lebanon.

Watch:

IDF eliminates terrorists in southern Lebanon

The “Shahaf" Unit continues to conduct intelligence collection, fire direction, and strikes through surveillance operations in Lebanon.

IDF takes out drone infrastructure in Lebanon

IDF strikes terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon, including ready-to-use launchers and infrastructure used to launch drones toward IDF soldiers.

New details:

Terrorist reached within a kilometer of Margaliot before shootout

A preliminary investigation found the terrorist infiltrated from Lebanon and advanced near Margaliot before being identified and killed.

Guns and toys

Watch: Hezbollah weapons cache found in children's bedroom

While operating north of the Litani River, Givati soldiers were shocked to find dozens of weapons alongside a baby crib.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'The strike on Iran was preparation for a more powerful blow'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said Israel is prepared to return to Iran with a deeper strike while continuing operations against Hezbollah.

Unusual shooting attack at northern border

In an unusual incident on the northern border, a terrorist was identified inside Israeli territory a short distance from the fence in the Ramim Ridge area.

Combat-rabbi tells how he survived an explosive drone strike

'The moment I saw it lock onto me, I knew it was going to kill me,' says Rabbi Boaz Sluck, a 55-year-old reserve soldier who was seriously wounded in Lebanon, and explains why, despite his age, he refuses to give up reserve duty.

MK demands Netanyahu expel UNIFIL

After an Arutz Sheva report on an alleged leak of information from the UN force to Hezbollah, Education Committee chair MK Tzvi Sukkot appealed to the Prime Minister demanding urgent action.

'Let's sit and talk'

Lebanon's President issues direct appeal to Israel

In an interview with CNN, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun directly urges Israel to negotiate a historic non-aggression pact.

Defense Minister

'Dahieh will suffer the same fate as northern Israel'

Minister Israel Katz rejects Iran’s condition for halting fire toward Israel and declares that the IDF will respond forcefully to any Hezbollah violation in southern Lebanon.

IDF spokesman: We will not allow new equations

After over 20 launches from Iran and two waves of Israeli attacks against IRGC, IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin warns Israel is 'determined to remove every threat.'