Lebanon

Netanyahu Warns Hezbollah 'Look What Happened to Hamas'

Netanyahu holds emergency meeting over Hezbollah attack on Har Dov, as airports and sites close in north.

Ya'alon Warns Hezbollah: We Won't Tolerate Attacks

Hezbollah, Syria will be held responsible for attacks, Defense Minister warns, amid 'largest buildup since Second Lebanon War.'

Northern border tensions

IDF: Security Situation in the Galilee Calmed

Residents of Rehes Ramim told to stay indoors as IDF scan for infiltrators; IDF says threat has been neutralized.

Northern Residents Forced to Find Investors to Do IDF's Job

Western Galilee residents say that the IDF has been ignoring reports of Hezbollah terror tunnels - and have decided to act.

Miss Lebanon in Hot Water Over 'Selfie' with Miss Israel

After a photo of her emerges with Miss Israel, Miss Lebanon claims the Israeli "photobombed" her.

Report: Hezbollah Nearing Bankruptcy

Hezbollah's woes worsen as Newsweek report claims Lebanese terror group on the verge of bankruptcy after oil prices plummet.

High Court Throws Out Lebanese Terrorist's Suit Against Israel

Court rejects suit of terrorist who abducted Ron Arad, claimed torture during Israeli custody and then promptly returned to terror.

Cannon barrage for Hezbollah

Watch: IDF Prepares for Hezbollah's 'Invasion'

The same day Nasrallah threatens to conquer the Galilee, IDF Artillery Corps drills on Golan to turn Lebanese terrorists into cannon fodder.

Nasrallah Vows Attack on Israel 'For Syria Strikes'

Hezbollah head restates threats to conquer Galilee in back-to-back interview, says his group, Syria and Iran will 'respond' to Israel.

Suicide Bomber Kills 7 in Northern Lebanon

Suicide bomber blows himself up in a crowded cafe in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli. Al-Nusra Front claims responsibility.

Fierce Winter Snowstorm Lashes Israel's Neighbors Too

Beirut airport briefly shuts down as schools throughout Lebanon closed; Jordan ships snowplows to Palestinian Authority.

Lebanon Restricts Flood of Syrian Refugees

Over one million Syrian refugees have flooded into Lebanon since the civil war began, and Lebanon can no longer handle more.

Accusations Against Bennett 'A Load of Nonsense'

Following claim he is to blame for civilian deaths in Lebanon, Shin Bet has increased security around Jewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett.

Iranian Soldiers Photographed on Lebanon-Israel Border

Iran's military published photos of soldiers on Israel's border with the message: 'with Allah's help, we will trample their bodies.'

UNGA Demands Israel Pay for Oil Spill in Lebanon During 2006 War

Non-binding resolution claims Israel caused massive oil spill from airstrike during 2006 war; Israel rejects biased resolution.

Lebanon: Popular Children's Magazine Touts Martyrdom

Hezbollah children's magazine, with 30K issue per month circulation, provides practical terror tips, how to dodge land mines.

IDF Engineering Chief: No Hezbollah Tunnels Under Lebanon Border

Lt. Oshri Lugasy, top member of IDF Engineering Corps., says it's 'unlikely' Hezbollah has dug tunnels into Israel.

Israel Has the Power to 'Destroy Lebanon Entirely'

Lt. Col. Dr. Mordechai Kedar speaks with Arutz Sheva about the threat of an attack from Lebanon, and what Israel's response could be.

Will $3 Billion Saudi Deal Arm Hezbollah with French Weapons?

Saudi-funded deal of French weapons signed for Lebanese army - which has deep military cooperation with Hezbollah terror group.

War of words

Minister Fires Back: 'We Will Destroy Lebanon to its Core'

Minister Katz responds to Hezbollah leader Nasrallah's threats on Israel, warning 'we'll return Lebanon to the stone age.'

Hezbollah Chief Makes Rare Public Appearance

Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah appears in public for celebration of Shiite holiday, promises another appearance on Tuesday.

Syrian Rebels Want Prisoners in Exchange for Kidnapped Soldiers

Al-Qaeda-affiliated Al-Nusra Front offers to free Lebanese soldiers in exchange for Islamist prisoners held in Syria and Lebanon.

IDF Officer Denies Hezbollah Planning War on Israel

Threat or no threat? 'Very senior' IDF officier says 'Hezbollah is uninterested' in war against Israel - despite multiple worrying signs.

Peril from the north?

IDF Northern Commander: 'Hezbollah Likely Has Terror Tunnels'

After playing down threat, IDF acknowledges likelihood of attack tunnels from Lebanon, warning 'can't use Iron Dome there.'

Close Shave: Hospital Shootout as Patient's 'Manhood' Threatened

Things get 'hairy' at a Lebanese hospital after offended patient calls for backup.

Thousands Flee Lebanon's Tripoli Amid Clashes

Thousands of civilians flee their homes in a battered district of northern Lebanon's Tripoli, as army and Islamists fight.

In Pictures: From Hezbollah Terrorist to Israeli Rabbi

How did a Shia Muslim and Hezbollah commander become Rabbi Avraham Sinai of Tzfat?

Survey Reveals Europe Likes ISIS More Than Arab States Do

Why is support for brutal jihadists flourishing in the West, even as the terror group is largely shunned in Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon?

Israel and Cyprus Launch Joint Operation for Missing Plane

Israel and Cyprus launch joint search and rescue operation after small Cypriot plane en route to Beirut, Lebanon, disappears.

Iran: We're Ready to Help Lebanon and Hezbollah

Iran declares its preparedness to provide aid to the Lebanese army as well to Hezbollah to help combat "terrorists".

UN Envoy Meets Hezbollah Leader Who Called to Destroy Israel

Israel asked UN to disarm Hezbollah after attack on border last week - instead, UN envoy and coordinator chat with deputy chief.

Israel Asks UN to Act to Disarm Hezbollah

Israel’s ambassador to the UN, Ron Prosor, calls on Security Council to disarm Hezbollah following its latest attack on Israeli soldiers.

IDF Exposes Hezbollah's 'Killer Deal' for Lebanese Citizens

Spokesperson Unit loses no time in the media battle, responding to explosives on border with expose on Hezbollah's 'housing program.'

Third Lebanon War?

Security Officials: IDF 'Losing Control' Along Lebanese Border

Hezbollah's public defiance raises serious concerns over another northern war. Have IDF cutbacks led to escalation?

Hezbollah: We're Ready to Fight Israel

Hezbollah's deputy leader says his group is able to "respond to Israeli violations" and prepared to fight Israel if necessary.

Breaking news

Two Soldiers Wounded in Lebanese Border Explosion

Explosion near Har Dov (Shabaa Farms) area, where two days ago IDF and Lebanese army clashed; IDF returns fire.

Hezbollah and Al Qaeda-Branch Argue Over Circumstances of Clash

Hezbollah updates toll to eight dead from clash with Nusra Front terrorists - who claim Hezbollah actually attacked them.

5 Hezbollah Men Killed in Clashes Along Syrian Border

Hezbollah says at least five of its fighters were killed in clashes in the Syria-Lebanon border area.

IDF Clashes with Lebanese Army on Border

IDF forces fire at infiltrator; Lebanon claims one soldier wounded in clashes.

'People are Scared': Rise in Private Gun Ownership in North

Defense Ministry cuts patrols in communities near Lebanon and Syrian - prompting residents to take matters in their own hands.

Nasrallah: Our Priority is Fighting Terrorism

Hezbollah leader meets Iranian official, says counterterrorism and preserving stability in Lebanon are the group's main priorities.

'Hezbollah Doesn't Need a Tunnel to Breach into Israel'

Upper Galilee head argues that Lebanese terrorists are busy with in-fighting and have no interest in new campaign.

Suicide Bomber Kills Hezbollah Members in Lebanon

Clash of the terrorists? Sunni Al Nusra Front targets Shi'ite Hezbollah in Lebanon as Syria war spills over.

Syrian Rebels Kill Three Hezbollah Terrorists in Lebanon

Day after ISIS and Al Qaeda-linked rebels kill three Lebanese soldiers, Hezbollah targeted in suicide bombing.

Report: Israeli Drone Crashes in Lebanon

IDF yet to comment on reports UAV crashed in Lebanese territory just across the border.

False Alarm as Sirens Sound on Lebanon Border

IDF: sirens sounded near Kiryat Shmona were a false alarm.

Rebels Reportedly Control Syrian Golan, Entering Lebanon

Rebels continue onslaught by capturing key Quneitra mountain solidifying control; clashes in Lebanon push Hezbollah from border.

Islamic State Beheads Second Lebanese Soldier

Islamic State commander tells Turkish paper a second soldier was executed after trying to escape.

Al-Nusra Threatens Sunnis in Lebanon

"Support us or pay the price," Al-Qaeda's Syrian branch says to Lebanon's Sunni Muslims.

'Burn IS Flag Challenge' Sparks Political Inferno

Viral campaign to spread defiance against Islamist extremism lights up social media in Lebanon - and debate on whether it insults Islam.

Hezbollah Terrorist Killed in Explosion on Lebanese Border

Lebanese army claims terrorist killed while dismantling 'explosives,' 'spy device' on Hezbollah telecommunications network.

Arab-Israeli Drug Ring Busted for Aiding Hezbollah

Drug dealers from northern Israel built ties with Hezbollah terrorists, who tried to use the Israelis to smuggle drugs and weapons.

Two Rockets Strike Upper Galilee

IDF, UNIFIL sweeping southern Lebanon for rocket launchers after sirens sound, explosions heard near Kiryat Shmona.

Report: Lebanese Army Locates Rocket Launchers

Launcher located in southern Lebanon; Army currently attempting to relocate launcher to Army base for inspection.

Operation Protective Edge: Day 47

Rocket Fired from Southern Lebanon Strikes Galilee

Rocket strikes in Upper Galilee region; no injuries nor damage reported.

Arab-Israeli Caught Breaching Lebanese Border

Arab with Israeli citizenship caught by Lebanese army after cutting through barbed wire - his goals remain unclear.

Nasrallah: Islamic State an 'Existential Threat' to the Region

In a speech, Hezbollah leader warns that Islamic State is menacing Lebanon and the whole region.

Nasrallah Worried About the Islamic State 'Monster'

Who's afraid of Jihadists? Apparently the head of terror group Hezbollah - particularly after IS gains a foothold in Lebanon.

IDF: We've Found no Hezbollah Terror Tunnels Yet

Senior commanders try to reassure leaders of northern communities about threats; are told to cancel security budget cuts.

Bombing in Lebanon's Tripoli Wounds 10

At least 10 civilians wounded after a homemade bomb was tossed under a bridge in Lebanon's second largest city.