Lebanon

Israel preparing for significant escalation in Lebanon

Israel preparing for escalation in Lebanon due to Hezbollah's increased military buildup as US attempts to calm tensions, source says.

Officials in Jerusalem present:

New evidence of Hezbollah’s accelerated armament

US envoy Morgan Ortagus receives evidence from senior Israeli officials pointing to Hezbollah’s rapid rearmament and Lebanon’s lack of action.

US pressures Lebanon: Return unexploded Israeli bomb

The US administration has formally requested the Lebanese government to return an advanced GBU-39B bomb that remained intact after an Israeli attack on Beirut. The main concern: advanced American technology leaking to Hezbollah or hostile countries.

US warns: Israeli operation in Lebanon imminent

US Ambassador Tom Barrack has delivered a clear warning to the government in Beirut: any Israeli operation will continue until the terror organization is fully disarmed.

Northern border

Northern Command chief: 'We are on high alert'

MG Rafi Milo visited the Golan Heights, where he commended the troops and stressed: 'We cannot wait for the enemy to attack; we must be proactive.'

Pope Leo:

'Palestinian statehood is the only solution'

While en route to his first visit to Lebanon, Pope Leo XIV stresses that establishing a Palestinian state is essential to resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, praises Turkey.

IDF concerned

Sensitive info may be leaked to Hezbollah through UNIFIL

The IDF has expressed deep concern in recent weeks over the possible leakage of sensitive information and valuable intelligence to Hezbollah via UNIFIL personnel operating along the northern border.

US Ambassador to Lebanon:

'Israel needs no permission to defend itself'

US Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa says Israel “needs no permission” to defend itself, urging Beirut to disarm Hezbollah.

Hezbollah calls on Pope to reject Israeli 'aggression' in Lebanon

Hezbollah terrorist organization urges Pope Leo XIV to reject Israeli "aggression" ahead of his Beirut visit, insisting it has respected the ceasefire despite its attempts to rearm.

A kitchen and field hospital:

New footage of Hezbollah tunnel near Tyre

Lebanese army organizes field tour for media outlets, showing them Hezbollah terror tunnel, steps taken to implement plan for Hezbollah's disarming.

Hezbollah leader vows response to elimination of chief of staff

Hezbollah’s Naim Qassem condemns Israel’s killing of Haytham Ali Tabtabai, vowing retaliation “at the right time.”

Lebanese PM:

Hezbollah arms offer no deterrence for Lebanon

PM Salam says Hezbollah’s arms failed to deter attacks as Lebanon confronts a rising one‑sided conflict and seeks to restore state authority.

Year of ceasefire in Lebanon:

370 terrorists eliminated, 1200 targeted operations conducted

One year after the ceasefire with Lebanon began, the IDF says troops carried out hundreds of operations, dismantled terrorist infrastructure, and eliminated over 370 terrorists.

Elimination of Hezbollah CoS

White House: Trump supports Israel’s self-defense

White House Press Secretary affirms Trump’s support for Israel’s right to defend itself after the IDF eliminated Hezbollah’s Chief of Staff in Beirut, citing the group’s long history of terror operations against Israel.

Sa'ar:

Lebanon under 'Iranian occupation' while Hezbollah holds power

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar told reporters in Paraguay that Hezbollah’s military dominance undermines Lebanon’s sovereignty, insisting that Israel cannot achieve security until the group is fully disarmed.

Following Hezbollah elimination:

IDF raises alert level on northern border

IDF raises air defense readiness following elimination of Hezbollah Chief of Staff Haytham Ali Tabataba'i.

Operation Black Friday

IDF Confirms: Hezbollah military chief eliminated in Beirut

IDF confirms that Hezbollah's Chief of Staff Haytham Ali Tabataba'i was eliminated in a Sunday afternoon airstrike on Beirut's Dahieh suburb.

Lebanon:

IDF eliminates two Hezbollah terrorists

IDF eliminates senior Hezbollah operative Kamel Reza Karnabsh in southern Lebanon’s Mayfadoun area, second strike in Houla kills another Hezbollah member responsible for local military and financial coordination.

Lebanon:

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorist, targets rocket launcher

IDF strikes launchers, military sites, belonging to Hezbollah terror group in Beqaa and southern Lebanon.

Cabinet ministers warn:

'Hamas buildup may force new Gaza operation'

Security Cabinet ministers warn that Hamas’s growing power could trigger another Gaza operation. Israel also tracks Hezbollah’s rise in Lebanon, continuing strikes in the south while holding off Beirut at US request.

Lebanese PM offers talks with Israel, vows to disarm Hezbollah

Lebanon’s PM Nawaf Salam says he’s ready to negotiate with Israel and seeks US help.

Lebanese Army arrests major crime boss with Hezbollah connections

Arrest of influential Bekaa‑based trafficker in army ambush delivers major setback to criminal networks long tied to drug smuggling and Hezbollah-linked operations.

IDF reveals

Hezbollah rebuilding terror infrastructure in village of Beit Lif

Northern Command and Military Intelligence exposed dozens of headquarters and weapons depots that the organization is placing in the heart of a civilian area in southern Lebanon.

IDF launches wave of strikes in Lebanon

After warning residents, the IDF launched a wave of strikes against Hezbollah military infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon.

IDF eliminates two Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes, kills two Hezbollah terrorists, one involved in rebuilding Hezbollah infrastructure and another seen gathering intelligence on IDF forces, in southern Lebanon.

Following anti-Israel statement:

US cancels meetings with Lebanese Military chief

Washington calls off all engagements with General Rodolphe Haykal after LAF refers to Israel as an 'enemy', prompting congressional outrage and aid reassessment.

IDF eliminates Hezbollah operative in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes and kills Hezbollah terrorist Muhammad Ali Shuweikh, Hezbollah representative handling financial and military coordination, in Mansouri in southern Lebanon.

In nighttime operation:

IDF troops dismantle Hezbollah terror sites in southern Lebanon

IDF's 91st Division targets Hezbollah’s establishment efforts, with forces locating weapons, striking five terrorist targets, and eliminating three terrorists.

Southern Lebanon:

IDF troops fire warning shots after misidentifying UN soldiers

UNIFIL said IDF tank fire landed near its peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, while the IDF clarified they were misidentified as suspects due to poor weather and the incident is under review.

In response to US push

Lebanon cracks down on cash transfers

Lebanon imposes strict rules on money transfers under US pressure to cut Hezbollah funding.

IDF:

Hezbollah’s assassination unit murdered Lebanese politician

IDF’s Arabic-language spokesman revealed that Hezbollah’s Unit 121 assassinated Elias Hasrouni, 70, a senior leader of the Lebanese Forces party in Bint Jbeil and a vocal opponent of Hezbollah, staging his death as a road accident.

In southern Lebanon:

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets hidden in civilian areas

IDF carries out strikes on a weapons storage facility and underground terror infrastructure site used by Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah Secretary-General threatens Israel, refuses to disarm

Hezbollah’s Naim Qassem reiterates refusal to disarm despite pressure from the US and Israel on the Lebanese government.

Watch:

IDF locates weapons in southern Lebanon

Troops identified and neutralized old weapons and explosive devices stored in structures that were used as terror infrastructure in the area of Houla.

US official:

'Iran still funnels billions to Hezbollah despite sanctions'

US sanctions chief says Iran sent $1B to Hezbollah this year, notes Washington sees a chance to cut funding and push disarmament of Hezobllah.

Senator Graham:

Disarmament of Hamas key to Gaza rebuilding

In an interview with Sky News Arabia, Senator Lindsey Graham says Gaza's rebuilding, regional normalization, and lasting peace hinge on Hamas disarmament.

Urges respect for ceasefire

EU condemns Israeli strikes on Hezbollah

The EU condemns Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, urges ceasefire compliance. Israel says the attacks aim to prevent the terrorist group from rebuilding its military infrastructure.

IDF eliminates terrorists in southern Lebanon

IDF eliminates three terrorists, involved in weapons smuggling and rebuilding Hezbollah infrastructure, in southern Lebanon.

Following warnings

IDF launches wave of strikes on southern Lebanon

IDF said it would strike military infrastructure 'to deal with the prohibited attempts carried out by Hezbollah to rebuild its activities in the region.'

Tyre strike targets Hezbollah terrorists

IDF strikes terrorists operating at Hezbollah terror infrastructure site in Tyre, Lebanon.

Israel detects significant Hezbollah buildup

At a security briefing convened by the Prime Minister, senior defense officials warn Hezbollah is accelerating its armament and infrastructure rehabilitation efforts.

Within less than an hour:

IDF eliminates two Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes Radwan Force and Hezbollah terrorists who attempted to reestablish terror infrastructure sites and gather intelligence on IDF troops.

Israel warns Lebanon:

Disarm Hezbollah or face new offensive

An Israeli official told Al Arabiya that Hezbollah has smuggled missiles from Syria, is rebuilding in southern Lebanon, and noted Egypt is now mediating to avoid escalation.

Lebanon demands: Israel must withdraw

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam calls on Germany to pressure Israel to withdraw from southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah gains power:

40,000 terrorists, 20,000 rockets and missiles

US Ambassador to Turkey Thomas Barrack calls Lebanon a 'failed state,' warns Hezbollah still has tens of thousands of terrorists, and tens of thousands of rockets and missiles.

Hezbollah maintenance officer eliminated in Lebanon

Ibrahim Muhammad Raslan, a Hezbollah maintenance officer aiming to rebuild Hezbollah infrastructure, is eliminated in southern Lebanon.

Defense echelon warns: Iran increasing regional terror activity

IDF and Mossad on alert as Iran Increases regional terror activity in Middle East, prepare for potential ground incursion.

IDF announces:

Hezbollah terrorist responsible for logistical support eliminated

Hussein Ali Tohmeh, Hezbollah terrorist responsible for logistical support in the Qana sector of southern Lebanon, was eliminated earlier this month, IDF confirms.

Hezbollah leader:

'We will not disarm, weapons are our right'

Hezbollah’s Naim Qassem rejects Lebanon’s disarmament plan, defends the group’s weapons as a “legitimate right,” and claims the strike on Netanyahu’s home was a deliberate operational success.

Within an hour:

IDF eliminates two Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon

IDF eliminates Ali Hussein al‑Mousawi, weapons smuggler for Hezbollah, and Abd Mahmoud al‑Sayed, Hezbollah’s local mediator; both worked to rebuild terror group’s military infrastructure.

Defense Minister:

Israel will defend its northern border against every threat

Defense Minister Israel Katz visits Israel-Lebanon border with US envoy Morgan Ortagus, receiving briefing on IDF efforts to thwart Hezbollah terror activities.

Hezbollah antitank commander eliminated

IDF eliminates terrorist Zayn al-Abidin Hussein Fatouni, a commander in the antitank unit of Hezbollah's Radwan Force.

IDF catches suspects smuggling weapons from Syria to Lebanon

IDF troops, in cooperation with Unit 504, apprehended several suspects who attempted to smuggle weapons from Syrian territory to Lebanon in the Hermon Summit area in Syria.

Lebanon:

IDF strikes Hezbollah weapons manufacturing site

IDF strikes Hezbollah military compound, precision missile manufacturing site, in Beqaa and in northern Lebanon.

IDF eliminates Radwan Force platoon commander

Issa Ahmad Karbala, Hezbollah 'Radwan Force' platoon commander, eliminated near Ain Qana, Lebanon.

Watch:

IDF conducts operation in Lebanon

Troops from the 810th Brigade dismantled posts belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Har Dov area.

Trump’s peace plan:

US Envoy highlights Syria, Lebanon, and Saudi Arabia

US Ambassador Thomas Barrack outlined Trump’s next peace steps, urging Syria’s reintegration, Hezbollah’s disarmament, and noting Saudi Arabia is nearing Abraham Accords accession.

Experts warn:

Hezbollah ‘waiting in the dark’ as it rebuilds in Lebanon

Le Figaro reports that Hezbollah is rebuilding its command structure with Iranian backing, despite its defeat by Israel. Experts warn its covert activity could spark future escalation.

IDF thwarts weapons smuggling on Mount Hermon

IDF troops thwart weapons smuggling in Hermon summit area.

IDF strikes Hezbollah terrorist in Dounine, Lebanon

Hezbollah terrorist working to re-establish terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon eliminated in Dounine area, IDF confirms.