Hezbollah

Ties to Quds Force

US imposes new sanctions on Hezbollah

The US imposes new sanctions on Hezbollah over its ties to Iran's Quds Force and sanctions 10 people accused of helping move cash for the Lebanese terror group.

Sheikh who fought Hezbollah

“They brought ruin upon Lebanon"

Sheikh Muhammad Ali al-Fouani accuses Iran of brainwashing the disadvantaged population and claims that international pressure would lead to Hezbollah’s rapid collapse.

No man left behind

Israel's demand for Lebanon prisoner swap

Israel reportedly demands the return of Israeli prisoners’ remains as talks with Lebanon continue, with Hezbollah refusing to leave a key southern Lebanon position.

IDF preparing for days of combat

Dozens of Hezbollah terrorists still underground in security zone

Dozens of Hezbollah terrorists are believed trapped underground as the IDF strikes senior commanders and prepares for several days of combat after ceasefire violation.

Documents reveal:

Hamas's plan to open a northern front against Israel

Captured Hamas documents reveal more than a decade of efforts to establish a military infrastructure in Lebanon in coordination with Hezbollah and Iran, including plans for rockets, a 2,000-man fighting force and more.

Hezbollah terrorist eliminated

Wave of strikes in Lebanon after soldiers' injuries

The IDF carried out strikes overnight Sunday in the Ali Taher Ridge area of Lebanon, while also eliminating terrorist Abu Hassan Alaa, a senior commander in Hezbollah's Badr Unit.

Three IDF soldiers injured by explosive drone in Lebanon

Explosive drone launched towards IDF forces injures three soldiers, prompting attack on Hezbollah battalion commander Ali Samir Al-Haj Hassan.

Over Israel deal

Hezbollah chief slams Lebanese government

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem criticizes Lebanese officials for "exposing the army to pressure" by implementing a US-backed framework agreement with Israel.

Report:

Four nations shortlisted to oversee Hezbollah disarmament

According to Reuters, Israel and Lebanon have agreed on four nations - Britain, Italy, Switzerland, and Indonesia - as potential foreign observers to verify Hezbollah's disarmament.

'We will not withdraw':

Katz's order to the IDF in Lebanon

Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered the IDF to prepare for a long-term stay in Lebanon, saying Israel will not withdraw from its security zones in Lebanon, Syria, or Gaza.

Alma Research Center: Ali al-Taher-

Israel must not turn victory into a Hezbollah Victory narrative

The question of what will happen at Ali al-Taher “the day after" is not a tactical question concerning one more ridge or a few more kilometers inside Lebanon. It is a strategic question. Opinion.

Senior US official: Progress made in Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome

Israeli, Lebanese, delegations agreed on operational standards, verification mechanisms aimed at neutralizing Hezbollah's presence, US State Department source says.

Despite friction

US official hails 'constructive' Israel-Lebanon talks

US official praises recent Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome as constructive, finalizing pilot zone rules to verify Hezbollah disarmament despite friction.

Israel demands answers on Ron Arad, missing Jews in Lebanon talks

Lebanese media say Israel used latest round of negotiations to press for answers on Ron Arad and other Jews missing since Lebanon's civil war.

Lebanese report rules out September negotiations with Israel

Hezbollah-affiliated Lebanese network report indicates no Israel-Lebanon talks are scheduled for next month, following disagreements over pilot zones and border security.

Hospital defended amid criticism: They were fighting alongside us

Didi Krieger, whose brother was critically wounded during the war, described his family's experience at the Rambam Medical Center: 'They did everything they could to save lives.'

Syria:

ISIS cell captured near Golan Heights

Syrian security forces in Damascus arrested nine terrorists in the city of Khan Arnabeh, near the Golan Heights. The arrests come amid efforts to thwart the smuggling of drones and missiles to Hezbollah.

Underground:

Hezbollah weapons tunnel destroyed in southern Lebanon

The IDF uncovered and neutralized an underground facility used to store weapons belonging to the Lebanese terrorist organization Hezbollah. During the operation, anti-tank missiles, RPG rockets, and artillery weapons were located.

Outgoing Yahalom Commander

"The failure of October 7 is etched in our minds"

Lt. Col. H., of the Combat Engineering Corps' elite Yahalom unit, led the project to neutralize tunnels in the Beaufort area that Hezbollah had planned to use to infiltrate Israel.

Report:

Lebanon, Israel select nations to monitor Hezbollah disarmament

Lebanon and Israel reportedly agree on candidate countries to monitor Hezbollah's disarmament, leaving the United States to select the final verification forces.

Report:

IDF concealed Hezbollah drone strike which violated ceasefire

Hezbollah launched an explosive drone at IDF troops in southern Lebanon in a ceasefire violation, which Israel's military chose not to publicize. IDF: We will not publish any information that could jeopardize our forces.

'Hard for me to say goodbye'

The chilling speech by Maj. Harel Birenstock to his troops

In a speech delivered to his troops before he fell, Maj. Harel Birenstock urged them to strengthen the unit, recruit new soldiers, and, above all, choose good people.

Good news

Condition of 4 soldiers seriously wounded in Lebanon stabilizes

The condition of the four soldiers seriously wounded in yesterday's incident in Lebanon has stabilized, and one has regained consciousness and is communicating with his family.

IDF:

Hezbollah built thousands of terror sites in Lebanese villages

New IDF findings reveal thousands of Hezbollah military sites embedded inside civilian villages, exposing years-long effort to turn southern Lebanon into fortified terror zone.

IDF strikes Hezbollah after ceasefire violation

The IDF launched targeted strikes in southern Lebanon after accusing Hezbollah of violating the ceasefire, while reports said military officials had urged a stronger response than the one ultimately approved by Israel's political leadership.

"Evacuate immediately"

Unusual evacuation warning issued in Lebanon after weeks

The IDF's Arabic-language spokesperson issued an evacuation warning to residents of the village of Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon, citing Hezbollah's violation of the ceasefire.

Revealed: Inside Hezbollah's underground terror network

IDF releases footage of troops destroying Hezbollah tunnel, uncovering a hidden weapons stockpile.

Report: New Lebanon proposal emerges in Israel negotiations

Lebanon presents new pilot initiative during talks with Israel in Rome, focusing on two symbolic towns near the border that remain largely displaced.

Report: Israel draws red line ahead of Lebanon talks

Lebanon expected to push for ceasefire in Rome talks, as Israel warns it will seize key Hezbollah military compound if terror group won't vacate.

IDF:

Explosive device that injured LAF troops belonged to Hezbollah

The IDF clarifies that the explosive device that detonated, injuring five LAF soldiers, did not belong to it and assesses that it was Hezbollah's.

IDF officer injured in southern Lebanon

IDF eliminates several Hezbollah terrorists near Ali al-Taher Ridge; one officer sustains moderate injuries.

700 tons of explosives

IDF destroys terror tunnels in Beaufort

IDF destroys the terror tunnels in the Beaufort area, a key component of Hezbollah’s invasion plan for communities in the Galilee.

Watch: Hezbollah arsenal found hidden among civilians

IDF troops uncover large Hezbollah weapons cache concealed inside civilian buildings in Majdal Zoun, including rifles, explosives, anti-tank missiles, and mortar rounds.

Zamir

'IDF won't leave Lebanon until long-term security is guaranteed'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir tells troops in southern Lebanon that the Security Zone will remain in place until northern communities are fully protected.

IDF: Hezbollah violated ceasefire agreement

IDF investigation reveals Hezbollah launched explosive drone toward IDF engineering vehicle in southern Lebanon security zone.

300 meters from UNIFIL:

Watch: IDF uncovers Hezbollah HQ beneath factory

IDF troops destroy 55-meter-long underground Hezbollah command center hidden beneath construction materials factory just 300 meters from a UNIFIL position.

IDF uncovers Hezbollah weapons cache in southern Lebanon

IDF troops operating in Lebanon security zone locate dozens of Hezbollah weapons, including assault rifles, RPGs, explosives, and grenades.

Watch:

How IDF soldiers celebrate a new daughter

IDF soldiers operating in the security zone in southern Lebanon paused an operational mission to celebrate the birth of a fellow soldier's daughter before carrying out the destruction of terrorist infrastructure.

Damascus’s secret path

Syria prepares to move against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Despite the Syrian president’s official rejection of President Donald Trump’s proposal, preparations are underway behind the scenes to intervene on the Hezbollah issue in Lebanon.

For 2nd time in a week: Syria thwarts Hezbollah smuggling attempt

Customs at the Jdeidat Yabous border crossing foiled an attempt to smuggle 226 grenade launcher rounds and other weapons concealed in a private vehicle bound for Lebanon.

IDF:

IDF Commander offers rare peek inside IDF operations in Lebanon

Lt. Col. D., commander of the 77th Battalion, offers a rare peek into the deepest areas south of the Litani River where the IDF maintains a presence.

Israel’s enemies are forgiven before their victims are buried

The world remembers every Israeli transgression and forgets every Jewish grave. Op-ed.

IDF strikes Hezbollah drone cell in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes Hezbollah terror cell after troops identified operatives flying a drone near the security zone in southern Lebanon.

Lebanese soldier killed by Hezbollah-planted explosive

IDF investigation indicates device likely planted by Hezbollah, Lebanese forces entered area without coordinating.

Meir Ben-Shabbat to Arutz Sheva

'Hamas is trying to replicate Hezbollah's model'

Former National Security Adviser analyzes threats to Israel in the wake of US attacks on Iran in an interview with Channel 7 and warns against retreats in Lebanon.

Syria blocks major Hezbollah arms shipment from Iraq

Syrian authorities seize long-range missiles, anti-tank weapons and drones allegedly destined for Hezbollah after foiling a cross-border smuggling attempt.

Body found on stretcher in southern Lebanon

IDF forces operating in southern Lebanon security zone discover body tied to stretcher, transfer it for testing.

Watch:

IDF strikes three Hezbollah terrorists in security zone

IDF eliminated the three terrorists, who were carrying combat equipment within the Security Zone in southern Lebanon.

20 years later:

IDF returns to Hezbollah stronghold

Twenty years after the Second Lebanon War, IDF releases footage from Bint Jbeil, where troops destroyed 1,500 terror sites and eliminated 500 terrorists.

Lebanon:

Alleged Israeli spy inside Hezbollah network detained

Lebanese authorities arrest high-level operative in Beirut accused of feeding Hezbollah intelligence to Israel that led to the deaths of senior commanders.

Footage from Lebanon:

Terrorists approach launcher - and are eliminated

IDF releases new footage from operations in southern Lebanon, after troops eliminate more than 80 Hezbollah terrorists, uncover hundreds of weapons, and destroy over 200 terrorist infrastructure.

Hezbollah terrorists bearing antitank missiles eliminated

Hezbollah terrorists transferring weapons within southern Lebanon security zone are identified, eliminated.

Emerged from tunnel

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorist in Lebanon

IDF forces eliminate a Hezbollah terrorist at a tunnel shaft on the Ali al-Taher Ridge and strike a second suspect vehicle threatening troops in the area.

Footage from Lebanon:

Weapons cache intended for attacks on Israel uncovered

Golani Brigade troops uncover, destroy Hezbollah weapons depots in southern Lebanon containing launchers, missiles, explosives, and machine guns.

Lebanon pilot zone for territory handover to launch within days

US official confirms that the first pilot zone to transfer Lebanese territory from Israeli control to Beirut will launch in days, despite pushback over pullouts.

'On immediate takeoff alert'

IDF Chief: 'We are prepared for action in Iran'

At the Air Force pilots graduation, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir reviewed wartime achievements, October 7 lessons and warned Israel is ready to act.

Watch:

IDF destroys two Hezbollah tunnels in southern Lebanon

Troops of the 551st Brigade demolished two Hezbollah tunnels in Majdal Zoun with a combined length of approximately 200 meters and reaching a depth of about 20 meters.

Defense Min. warns: We don't need approval to remain in Lebanon

Defense Minister Israel Katz says Israel operates in line with its strategic interests, will continue to make decisions on Lebanon security zone independently.

Soldiers dispute IDF statement on elimination of terrorist

Soldiers from the 679th Brigade, operating under the 91st Division in the security zone in southern Lebanon, are challenging the IDF's account that a dog handler from the Oketz working dog unit killed a Hezbollah terrorist.

Bint Jbeil: Hezbollah terrorist killed, second captured

Hezbollah terrorists open fire at IDF forces searching structure in Bint Jbeil, Lebanon; IDF fires back.