Hezbollah

IDF takes out ready-to-fire Hezbollah launcher

IDF strikes ready-to-fire Hezbollah launcher in southern Lebanon, citing immediate threat despite ongoing ceasefire.

Over 250 terrorists eliminated

IDF uncovers Hezbollah propaganda cameras

162nd Division dismantled over 405 terrorist infrastructures, and located more than 1,000 weapons and munitions items in the Forward Defense Area.

Following ceasefire:

The IDF's forward defense line in Lebanon

Five divisions, alongside Israeli Navy forces, are operating concurrently south of the Forward Defense Line in southern Lebanon.

150 Hezbollah terrorists eliminated before ceasefire

In the 24 hours preceding the ceasefire, more than 150 Hezbollah terrorists were eliminated and approximately 300 terrorist infrastructures in Lebanon were attacked.

Soldier with a soul:

'I lost a son, I lost an asset, a treasure for everyone'

Sari, mother of Staff Sgt. Barak Kalfon, who fell in southern Lebanon, says he saw his service as a personal mission, repeatedly volunteered for reserves, and faithfully led his comrades in battle.

Despite Hezbollah:

Why Israel should hold talks with Lebanon

Dr. Dan Diker, President of the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs, says Israel-Lebanon talks are symbolically important but constrained by Hezbollah’s influence and unlikely to lead to full disarmament.

IDF freedom of action limited

Threat in Lebanon continues despite ceasefire

The serious incidents over the past weekend show that even during the ceasefire in Lebanon, the security situation on the ground remains complex and dangerous for IDF soldiers.

Hezbollah leader warns:

'No one-sided ceasefire, we will respond to violations'

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem says the ceasefire with Israel requires a complete halt to aggression, warning the group will retaliate against any Israeli violations in southern Lebanon.

Reservist Barak Kalfon, 48, fell in southern Lebanon

Command Sergeant Major (Res.) Barak Kalfon, aged 48, succumbed to his wounds after being injured during combat in southern Lebanon.

The new 'yellow line' in southern Lebanon

IDF declares 'yellow line' in southern Lebanon, duplicating concept used following ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza.

Defense Min.: IDF will continue to hold all areas it has cleared

Defense Minister Israel Katz responds to return of Lebanese to south of the Litani River, says IDF is not leaving the area.

Lebanese crossing Litani River southwards, despite warnings

Residents of southern Lebanon, together with Lebanese Army, rebuild bridges over Litani River, allowing mass return after Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir promised southern Lebanon would be a 'kill zone.'

IDF soldiers receive word of ceasefire - in enemy territory

IDF soldiers deep in Lebanon describe confusion regarding ceasefire as battles continue on the ground.

Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon maintained overnight

Ceasefire agreement between Jerusalem and Beirut took effect at midnight. The ceasefire held throughout the night, even though Lebanon claimed there had been violations on Israel’s part.

'Future as good neighbors'

World welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

European Commission President welcomes 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, calling it a relief after heavy loss of life. Germany and the UN call for long-term regional peace through Hezbollah’s disarmament.

US official:

Vance played role in Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

Vice President JD Vance played a significant role in brokering the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, a senior administration official tells CNN.

Iran claims:

'We forced the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire'

Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claims that the new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire resulted from Hezbollah’s resilience and the “Axis of Resistance".

Trump:

Iran agreed to hand over the nuclear dust

President Donald Trump says Iran is nearing agreement on key demands, warning fighting could resume if talks fail despite reported progress.

Ceasefire? Cabinet members explain

In a conversation with Arutz Sheva, three cabinet ministers commented this evening (Thursday) for the first time on U.S. President Donald Trump’s dramatic announcement of a ceasefire in Lebanon.

Netanyahu: A historic opportunity

Prime Minister Netanyahu claims that the 10-day ceasefire presents a historic opportunity to reach a peace agreement with Lebanon that sees Hezbollah disarm.

Graham: No peace without disarming Hezbollah

Senator Lindsey Graham voices skepticism over a ceasefire with Hezbollah, warning any deal must ensure disarmament to prevent renewed threats.

Starting at midnight

Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon

US President Donald Trump informed Lebanon of an imminent ceasefire, but Hezbollah launched missiles at Haifa shortly after reports emerged.

Giant weapons stockpile discovered in Lebanese school

IDF soldiers locate more than 130 weapons belonging to Hezbollah terror organization in southern Lebanon school.

IDF destroys 70 Hezbollah sites in rapid Bint Jbeil operation

Elite IDF units dismantle dozens of Hezbollah positions and seize weapons in southern Lebanon, as operations in Bint Jbeil intensify.

Watch: Navy missile boat intercepts Hezbollah UAV

Israeli Navy missile boat crews detect and intercept unmanned aerial vehicles launched toward the State of Israel.

IDF takes out Hezbollah terrorists who attempted to harm soldiers

IDF eliminates terrorists hiding in bushes, prevents attack on Israeli troops in southern Lebanon.

The IDF's terms for a ceasefire in Lebanon

IDF top brass outlines 'red lines' necessary to ensure security of northern Israel in any ceasefire with Lebanon.

Lebanese officials claim Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire 'coming soon'

Lebanese officials say a ceasefire with Hezbollah could be announced soon and take effect this week. However, Israel’s Security Cabinet ends hours of talks without approving any truce.

Iranian Parliament speaker:

'Iran and Hezbollah are one soul'

Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declares that no ceasefire with the US is possible without including Lebanon, demanding America abandon its "Israel First" policy.

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

'Peace with Lebanon? Only through strength, power, and victory'

Minister Smotrich in an interview with Arutz Sheva: 'We are clearing a security buffer zone in Lebanon, we will continue to strike Hezbollah, and we will restore security to the residents of the north.'

IDF soldier seriously wounded by rocket fire in Lebanon

Five soldiers were injured by rocket fire in southern Lebanon, one of them in serious condition and the rest were lightly injured. All the wounded were evacuated to hospital.

IDF Spokesperson

The political echelon will decide on a ceasefire in Lebanon

IDF Spokesperson, Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin, addressed reports of an imminent ceasefire with Lebanon and said the military is prepared to continue fighting while awaiting instructions from the political leadership.

Ceasefire?

Chief of Staff: We approved attack plans for Iran and Lebanon

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits IDF troops in southern Lebanon, promises area up to Litani River to become 'no-go zone for Hezbollah operatives.'

Amb Leiter

'Aoun is not letting Lebanon be held hostage by Hezbollah'

Israeli Amb. to the US says 'Naim Qassem and Hezbollah belong to the past; we are here for the future.'

Meters from the troops: What a real-time strike looks like

The IDF has released audio recordings of radio communications between a battalion commander from the Givati Brigade and a combat helicopter pilot, demonstrating precise coordination of a strike carried out near troops in southern Lebanon.

Lebanese report:

Israel-Lebanon talks yield partial deal, no full ceasefire yet

New US-backed framework reported by Annahar addresses flaws in past deal but stops short of ceasefire, says Hezbollah disarmament would start from the north and move south.

Initial inquiry:

Battalion commander injured by ricochet of IDF shell

IDF initial inquiry finds that the 52nd Battalion's commander was hit by either shrapnel or ricochet from a shell fired by Israeli forces during a pursuit in southern Lebanon.

Under fire:

IDF troops work on the ground to expose Hezbollah infrastructure

IDF reservists operating in southern Lebanon found a launcher directed toward northern Israel alongside anti-tank missiles and additional weapons.

Iran-backed group

US offers $10 million bounty for Kata’ib Hezbollah chief

The US Rewards for Justice program is offering up to $10 million for information leading to Ahmad al-Hamidawi, leader of the Iran-backed terrorist group Kata’ib Hezbollah.

IDF investigating

Commander of Battalion 52 seriously wounded in Lebanon

The commander of Battalion 52, Lt. Col. “A.", was seriously wounded today during operational activity in southern Lebanon. The circumstances of the incident are under investigation.

Ambassador Leiter stresses security and peace at Lebanon talks

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter tied Holocaust remembrance to Israel’s security stance, stressing confronting Hezbollah while pursuing lasting peace with Lebanon.

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3 Hezbollah terrorists surrender to IDF

Three Hezbollah terrorists, including a terrorist from the terrorist organization's elite unit, "Radwan Force," surrendered to Givati ​​forces in Bint Jbeil.

IDF warns of increased fire from Lebanon

The IDF issued a warning that increase in fire from Lebanon is possible, likely targeting northern Israel.

Bint Jbeil

Terrorists who wounded 10 soldiers eliminated

Paratrooper Brigade forces eliminated the terrorist squad that wounded ten soldiers during a clash.

Lebanon:

Bodycam footage: Weapons discovered in a civilian home

The Nahal Brigade combat team, under the command of the 162nd Division, intensifies ground operations. During searches in the area, the forces uncovered weapons caches, anti-tank positions, and observation posts.

Close-quarters gun battle

Ten IDF soldiers wounded in Lebanon

Israeli Paratroopers conduct fierce and prolonged gun battle with Hezbollah terrorists in Bint Jbeil, leaving ten soldiers wounded, three of whom severely.

Hezbollah leader in fiery speech: Either fight or surrender

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem blasts the Lebanese government, accusing it of collaborating with an American plot to ignite a civil war in Lebanon.

Rubio to join direct Israel-Lebanon talks at State Department

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will take part in direct talks between Israel and Lebanon on Tuesday at the State Department.

'Shattering of arrogant symbolism'

Site of infamous Nasrallah speech lies in ruins

IDF forces captured Bint Jbeil and destroyed the stadium where Hassan Nasrallah delivered his 'Spider Web speech, striking a symbolic Hezbollah stronghold.

8 soldiers injured by explosive drone in south Lebanon

Eight IDF soldiers were wounded in southern Lebanon after an explosive drone fell, including two in moderate condition and six lightly injured.

'Eternal Darkness'

IDF reveals success of massive airstrikes on Hezbollah

The IDF says over 250 Hezbollah terrorists, including senior commanders, were eliminated in major airstrikes across Lebanon during largest attack on Hezbollah since operation began.

Direct hit in Nahariya

One hurt, heavy damage to residential building

A heavy rocket barrage was launched this morning from Lebanon toward the city of Nahariya and the surrounding areas. According to IDF data, most of the launches were intercepted, but one rocket exploded near a residential building in the city.

Watch: Drone eliminates terrorists in southern Lebanon

Troops located a terrorist cell that was planning to attack soldiers using explosive drones. The troops eliminated the terrorists using a drone.

Netanyahu reveals: This is why the Iran-US negotiations failed

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discusses Iran negotiations, Lebanon strikes at government meeting, says US 'could not tolerate Iran's blatant violation' of agreement to negotiate.

Kiryat Shmona mayor: We don't want to become victims of peace

Kiryat Shmona Mayor Avichai Stern urges decisive action against Hezbollah, warns residents have spent weeks in shelters and must not become 'victims of peace.'

Former intelligence officer:

'Israel is stalling in Lebanon because of US pressure'

Col. (res.) Jacques Neriah argues that diplomatic contacts with the Lebanese government are futile as long as Hezbollah maintains its military power.

IDF expands ground offensive in southern Lebanon

IDF launches targeted ground operations in Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon, eliminating over 100 Hezbollah terrorists and dismantling key infrastructure.

Watch: IDF demolishes Hezbollah terror tunnel

IDF soldiers destroy underground Hezbollah tunnel route in southern Lebanon.

Ambassador Leiter:

'Iran regime lies, nuclear pursuit continues'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter tells CBS’s Face the Nation that while supporting US diplomacy with Iran, the tyrannical regime’s nuclear drive, missiles and proxies like Hezbollah remain existential threats to Israel.

Netanyahu in Lebanon:

'The war continues, there is still work to do'

Prime Minister Netanyahu visited southern Lebanon today with the Defense Minister and the Chief of Staff and announced that there was far more to do against Hezbollah.