Hezbollah

Israeli official:

'We are preparing for an attack, they’ll try to wear us out'

Israeli official tells NBC News that Israel is bracing for a potential multiday attack by Iran and Hezbollah following the elimination of two senior terrorists.

Rocket hits factory in Kiryat Shmona

Two rockets were launched at Kiryat Shmona from Lebanon, one hit a factory and another landed in an open area, causing a fire.

Ritchie Torres:

'Only Israel is accused of escalation after taking 7,000 rockets'

New York Democratic Congressman pushes back at criticism that Israel is 'escalating' tensions with recent assassinations of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders after being attacked so many times over the last 10 months.

Amid escalation with Iran:

CENTCOM commander arrives in the Middle East

US official tells Axios that General Michael Kurilla's trip to the region was planned before the recent tensions, but he is expected to use the trip to try to mobilize the same coalition that defended Israel against an attack from Iran in April.

Watch:

Israel eliminates key Hezbollah operative

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorist Ali Nazih Abed Ali, who played a key role in the terror group's Southern Front.

Near Tulkarem:

Terror attack thwarted, 5 terrorists eliminated in aerial strike

IDF strikes terrorists traveling near Tulkarem; reports say Hamas, Islamic Jihad, terrorists killed.

Iran:

Hezbollah won't limit itself to military targets

Iranian representative to the United Nations warns that Hezbollah is likely to respond to Fuad Shukr's elimination by choosing 'broader and deeper targets, and will not restrict itself solely to military targets and means.'

Arab reports:

Israel struck a Syrian airport near the border with Lebanon

Lebanese media report that Israel struck the Dabaa Airport in Syria which a hub for the transfer of weapons to Hezbollah.

Barrages on the south and the north

Sirens sound near the Gaza border and in the western Galilee. Several projectiles fired. IDF strikes Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon.

Houthis vow 'military response' to eliminations

Houthi leader says there has to be "a military response" to elimination of Hamas political chief and Hezbollah commander, calls them "shameless and dangerous crimes" by Israel.

After barrage on the north:

IAF strikes Hezbollah launcher in Lebanon

IAF strikes Hezbollah launcher from which projectiles were launched after Hezbollah launches numerous projectiles from Lebanon.

NSC to Israelis:

Take extra caution when abroad

Amid fears of retribution for the eliminations of Hezbollah and Hamas leaders, the National Security Council recommends seriously reconsidering the necessity of traveling to countries for which the travel alerts have been issued with moderate and high threat levels.

Nasrallah threatens:

'A new stage in the war with Israel has begun'

Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah discussed the elimination of his top military commander Fuad Shukr, saying that it will 'increase our determination and will.'

Col. Richard Kemp:

'Hamas on its knees, Haniyeh replacement may be more reasonable'

Former commander of British forces in Afghanistan tells Arutz Sheva the assassinations of Ismail Haniyeh and Fuad Shukr are 'very significant,' calls for US to pay $5 million bounty on Fuad Shukr to families of the 12 Druze children he murdered.

300 days of war:

Israel preparing for Iranian attack

Israel's Aerial Defense Array is on high alert ahead of expected retaliation for death of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah's second-in-command Fuad Shukr.

Alma Research Center:

The story of the elimination of Fu’ad Shakar

The deaths of Shakar, head of Hezbollah’s Strategic Array and of Ismail Haniyeh compel Hezbollah to pause and investigate the breach of intelligence due to a feeling of infiltration produced by the eliminations. Op-ed.

ANALYSIS:

A stinging blow designed to avoid war

Israel eliminated Hezbollah’s chief of staff but seeks to keep the focus on Gaza. War decision now rests with senior leader Hassan Nasrallah.

US envoy to Security Council:

'Increase pressure on Iran to stop escalation'

Robert Wood, deputy US ambassador to the UN, calls on members of the Security Council with influence over Iran "to increase pressure on it to stop escalating its proxy conflict against Israel and other actors."

Report:

Diplomats racing to prevent Middle East war

Financial Times reports that US and EU diplomats are holding urgent discussions in an attempt to convince Tehran to either not respond or to carry out symbolic action against Israel following latest eliminations.

Iranian report:

Iranian military adviser killed in Israeli strike in Beirut

Fars news agency reports that Milad Bedi, an Iranian military adviser, was also killed in the Israeli strike in Beirut in which Hezbollah military commander Fuad Shukr was eliminated.

US to citizens:

Do not travel to Lebanon

The US State Department raised its advisory level to 4 citing 'rising tensions between Hezbollah and Israel.' United Airlines, Delta, and British Airways have canceled flights to Israel.

Hezbollah confirms death of Fuad Shukr 24 hours later

The Hezbollah terrorist organization confirmed that its number 2 was assassinated a full day after the airstrike in which he was killed.

Rashida Tlaib condemns death of terrorist on FBI most wanted list

Anti-Israel Congresswoman criticized for condemning strike in which Fuad Shukr was killed after ignoring the massacre of 12 children he was responsible for. Shukr was also responsible for the 1983 killing of 241 US servicemen.

Chief of Staff:

'We know how to operate with strength on ground in Lebanon'

IDF Chief of Staff Halevi says following assassination of Hezbollah number 2 that Israel will not allow return to October 6 vis a vis Hezbollah.

Gallant to Austin:

'Shukr elimination direct response to attack on Majdal Shams'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant briefed US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on the IDF’s operation to eliminate Hezbollah’s most senior military commander, Fuad Shukr 'Sayyid Muhsan'.

Defense Min. visits 'Arrow' base: We're prepared for any scenario

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant visits Arrow missile battery, says Israel 'does not want war,' but is 'prepared for all possibilities.'

Following Fuad Shukr elimination, Israel closes some airspace

Airports Authority closes part of Israel's airspace, out of caution following elimination of Hezbollah's number two, Fuad Shukr, in Lebanon.

Hezbollah's initial response to Fuad Shukr's assassination

Twelve hours after the elimination of Hezbollah's number 2, Fuad Shukr, terror group says it is 'waiting for results regarding his fate.'

White House:

'Our commitment to Israel’s security is ironclad'

Commenting on tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, US National Security Council Spokesperson says Israel "has a right to defend itself against the severe threats it faces".

Vice President Harris:

‘Israel has a right to defend itself against Hezbollah'

US Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to reporters after Israel eliminated senior Hezbollah commander: Israel has a right to defend itself against a terrorist organization like Hezbollah, but we still must work on a diplomatic solution.

IDF spokesman:

'Eliminated terrorist was responsible for Majdal Shams massacre'

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari after the elimination of terrorist Fuad Shukr: We do not seek a war, but we are well prepared for it.

IDF confirms:

Hezbollah's number 2, Fuad Shukr, was eliminated

IDF confirms the Hezbollah commander responsible for the Majdal Shams massacre in Beirut was eliminated.

Nir Poupko, 28, murdered by Hezbollah rocket

Nir Poupko, 28, from Kibbutz HaGoshrim, was named as the civilian killed by a Hezbollah rocket.

Col. Richard Kemp:

'Timid politicians can't dictate Israel's response to Hezbollah'

Former commander of British forces in Afghanistan tells Arutz Sheva bureaucrats and politicians in New York, Washington, and London can't determine for Israel how it will respond to the Majdal Shams massacre.

Israeli killed in rocket attack from Lebanon

3 days after 12 children were massacred in a Hezbollah rocket attack in Majdal Shams, a man was killed in a rocket attack in Kibbutz HaGoshrim in the Galilee.

Hezbollah preparing for attack on Israel

Sources in Hezbollah say terror group prepared to strike Ramat David military base, as well as Israeli military bases in Haifa, Golan Heights.

Amid Israel-Hezbollah tensions:

Britain issues Lebanon travel warning

Britain urges its nationals to leave Lebanon and advises against traveling there, amid concerns over Israeli retaliation for Majdal Shams rocket attack.

Report:

US trying to dissuade Israel from attacking in Beirut

The United States is leading a diplomatic dash to deter Israel from striking Beirut or major civil infrastructure in response to rocket attack on Majdal Shams.

Second time in two days

Watch: UAV intercepted on its way to Karish rig

Israeli Navy's Sa'ar 6-class corvette, in cooperation with the IAF, intercept UAV fired from Lebanon in the area of Israel’s economic waters.

PM at massacre site:

'The children are our children, our response will be harsh'

Prime Minister Netanyahu visits site of massacre of 12 Druze children in Majdal Shams, says Israelis feel the pain of their Druze brothers and will stand with them forever.

Mutliple airlines cancel flights to Lebanon

Lufthansa group, Middle East Airlines, and several other airlines cancel flights to Beirut for July 29, 30, due to fears of escalation following Hezbollah rocket attack on children in soccer field.

US warns citizens against traveling to Lebanon

US warns airlines may adjust flight schedules to and from Lebanon, 'strongly urges' US citizens to 'reconsider' travel to Lebanon.

Gallant in Majdal Shams:

'Hezbollah will pay the price, we'll let our actions speak'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant visited the families of the victims of the Hezbollah attack and called for better Jewish-Druze cooperation and partnerships.

Likud MK:

In Lebanon, terror serves as a tool - we must respond accordingly

MK Amit Halevi responds to rocket attack on Majdal Shams soccer field, warns, 'If we continue to only respond to Hezbollah, that will be a strategic mistake.'

Lebanon:

Two dead, three injured, in attack on vehicle and motorcycle

Multiple injured after vehicle struck by Israeli UAV between Meiss Ej Jabal and Chaqra in southern Lebanon, reports say.

Macron to Netanyahu:

'France fully committed to avoiding a new escalation'

French President speaks with Netanyahu following attack in Majdal Seems, says France seeks to prevent a broader escalation between Israel and Hezbollah.

Cabinet authorizes:

Netanyahu and Gallant will decide on massacre response

Ministers Ben Gvir and Smotrich abstain from voting on authorizing Netanyahu and Gallant to decide on the response to the Majdal Shams massacre.

MK Bismuth: 'Slam Hezbollah with a heavy blow'

MK Boaz Bismut commented on Sunday evening on Hezbollah's murderous attack on Majdal Shams and made it clear that Israel must respond with a heavy blow.

Benny Gantz:

'We must retaliate, we can tear Lebanon apart'

National Unity Chairman MK Benny Gantz called on Israel to strike Lebanon in response to the massacre in Majdal Shams but to first of formulate a strategic plan.

US officials estimate:

'Israeli retaliation will be significant, but won't cause war'

The US administration is working to prevent an all-out war as a result of Israel's retaliation to Hezbollah's attack which left 12 children dead.

Infuriating:

Hezbollah-affiliated network broadcasts from scene of attack

A reporter from the Hezbollah-affiliated Al Mayadeen stood at the site in Majdal Shams where 12 children were massacred by a Hezbollah rocket and claimed that Israel was responsible.

'Their Jewish doll'

Male Oct. 7th victim recounts brutal rape by Hamas terrorists

D., who survived the massacre at the Nova Music Festival, told the Daily Mail about how a gang of Hamas terrorists sexually assaulted him. 'I felt such shame, like something in me was damaged.'

University of Haifa's unusual announcement

University of Haifa announced that all employees who work above 5th floor in the Eshkol tower will work from home, and explained why .

In response to massacre

IDF approves plan for the northern region

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi approved plans for the northern region in response to the attack in Majdal Shams. Minister Gallant clarified: 'Hezbollah will pay a heavy price for its actions.'

Norway tells citizens to leave Lebanon after Majdal Shams attack

Norwegian Foreign Ministry advises all citizens in Lebanon to leave after Hezbollah murders 12 children at Israeli soccer field, fearing further escalation.

The very last minute for a diplomatic solution

The rocket strike on Majdal Shams could be the catalyst for the Israeli invasion of southern Lebanon, but it does not have to be.

Chief of Staff:

'We will fight Hezbollah fiercely and determinedly'

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi visited the scene of the rocket strike in Majdal Shams and promised Israel would respond to the attack.

Hezbollah rocket attack

Trump blames 'weakness' of Biden and Harris

Former President says attack in which 12 Druze children were murdered would never have happened if he was President.

EU foreign policy chief:

'We need an independent investigation into Majdal Shams attack'

In statement which mentions neither Israel nor Hezbollah, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell condemns rocket attack on Majdal Shams as a "bloodbath", calls an independent probe.

After massacre in Majdal Shams:

UN calls for 'maximum restraint' between Israel and Lebanon

UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon and UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander deplore the death of 12 people in Majdal Shams rocket attack, but also call on both sides to "stop the ongoing intensified exchanges of fire".