Lebanon

Russia: Israel has right to defend itself from Hezbollah tunnels

Following launch of IDF operation against terror tunnels from Lebanon, Russia backs Israeli right to self-defense - with caveats.

Cruz: Israel has 'absolute right' to dismantle Hezbollah tunnels

Texas Senator expresses support for IDF's Operation Northern Shield.

Rivlin: Hezbollah will bring about the destruction of Lebanon

President lights Hanukkah candles with crews from Ramon Air Force Base, warns Hezbollah leading Lebanon to ruin for Iranian agenda.

'Operation could be precursor to war'

Islamic and Middle astern Studies professor at Hebrew University warns Hezbollah more dangerous than Hamas, armed with 120,000 rockets.

Galant:

'There'll be another Gaza campaign'

Construction Minister requests from Knesset plenum 'a little modesty, a bit of courtesy, some respect for government of Israel and cabinet.'

Netanyahu: Anyone who tries to harm Israel will pay heavy price

Israeli premier says IDF 'determined' locate and neutralize all cross-border terror tunnels from Lebanon leading into Israel.

Terror tunnel discovered on Israel-Lebanon border

IDF forces on Tuesday discover cross-border terror tunnel crossing from south Lebanon village into Israeli territory.

Netanyahu's warning to Lebanon

PM in meeting with Mike Pompeo calls on Lebanon to rein in Hezbollah or Israel will be forced to act.

Hezbollah threatens Israel: Attack and you will regret it

Hezbollah publishes video in which it threatens to respond to any Israeli attack on Lebanon.

'It's time for a preemptive strike on Hezbollah'

Former MK Gidon Sa'ar reiterates call for IDF to strike Hezbollah to prevent terror militia from growing stronger.

IDF to Lebanon: May you be free of Iran and Hezbollah

IDF wishes residents of Lebanon a Happy Independence Day on Twitter, takes aim at Iran and Hezbollah.

Gidon Sa'ar:

Israel could pay 'much heavier price' if it doesn't strike soon

Ex-minister warns against complacency in dealing with Iranian precision missile factories in Lebanon. 'The window of opportunity may close.'

US places bounty on Hamas, Hezbollah leaders

State Department offers $5 million for information leading to locating of terrorist leaders.

US and European nations warn Israel liable to attack Lebanon

Report: US and European nations tell Lebanon that Israel will start all out war with Hezbollah over missile production.

ANALYSIS: Netanyahu right on Iran's activities in Lebanon

Western intel revelations regarding Iranian, Hezbollah activities vindicate Netanyahu's claim Iran building arsenal inside of Lebanon.

How many missiles does Hezbollah have aimed at Israel?

Security Minister reveals Lebanese terror group's arsenal has grown to 150,000 missiles and rockets, says Iraq could join assault on Israel.

Nasrallah: We won't help Israel in its psychological war

Hezbollah leader responds with ambiguity to Netanyahu’s revelation that the group placed missile-launching facility near Beirut airport.

Hariri: Lebanon will have a new government within 10 days

Lebanon Prime Minister-designate warns the economy cannot withstand any further delay in the formation of a new government.

Hezbollah unfazed by Netanyahu

Hezbollah's deputy secretary-general says Netanyahu's UN speech neither interests nor threatens the group.

Report: Fourth missile site exposed in Lebanon

Satellite photo attests to the existence of another rocket-enhancement site in southern Beirut.

Netanyahu: Hezbollah brazenly lying

PM refers to tour conducted by Lebanese FM to refute remarks that Lebanon is concealing Hezbollah missiles in population centers.

Lebanon to respond to Netanyahu

Lebanon invites foreign ambassadors to hear response to Netanyahu's revelation that Hezbollah uses civilians as human shields.

Watch: How Hezbollah builds missiles in the heart of Beirut

Lebanese militia building factories to transform missiles into highly accurate smart bombs near Beirut's main international airport.

Netanyahu to Hezbollah:

'Provoke Israel and we'll hit you harder than you can imagine'

PM responds to boasts by Hezbollah leader, says Israel won't hesitate to respond to terror group's provocations. 'Think twice about it.'

Hezbollah commander: 'Preparing surprises for enemy'

Lebanon Hezbollah military camp commander 'promises' surprises to Israel, hints at infiltrating fighters into Judea and Samaria.

Lebanon refuses to grant citizenship to 'Palestinian refugees'

Lebanon’s Foreign Minister says his country will never agree to grant Lebanese citizenship to so-called "Palestinian refugees".

Revealed: Iranian aviation company smuggled weapons to Lebanon

Fox News reveals that an Iranian civil aviation company smuggled arms into Lebanon meant for Hezbollah.

UN extends mandate of south Lebanon peacekeepers

Security Council extends UNIFIL mandate until August 31, 2019, warns against violations of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.

Lebanon war broke Israel's fighting spirit, says Hezbollah chief

Israel not ready for a new war, claims Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, saying Israeli army was traumatized by 2006 Lebanon war.

Nasrallah to Israel: We are stronger than you are

In speech marking 12th anniversary of Second Lebanon War, Hezbollah leader claims Israel has been deterred since 2006.

DM sets three conditions for Israel's non-involvement in Syria

Defense Minister Liberman warns Lebanon, Hezbollah, not to try Israel, sets conditions for Israel's continued non-involvement in Syria.

Report: Israeli jets hit Syria

Arab media outlets claim Israeli fighter jets hit targets in Syria.

'Lebanon must probe torture of actor accused of aiding Israel'

Human Rights Watch urges Lebanon to investigate torture of actor and journalist accused of 'collaborating' with Israel.

Lebanese President: If Israel attacks, we'll defend ourselves

Lebanese President says his country is “obliged to defend itself” in the event of “Israeli aggression”.

Report: Russia demanded withdrawal - Hezbollah refused

UK-based monitoring group claims Lebanese terror group allied with Iran refused demand by Russia to withdraw from southwestern Syria.

Hariri to Iran: Don't interfere in our affairs

Lebanese PM urges Iran not to interfere in his country’s affairs after top Iranian general welcomes Hezbollah's election achievements.

Air Force ready to deal powerful blow

Former IAF Commander Amir Eshel: 'Chances of an initiated war against us in north are low.'

Report: Iran, Hezbollah preparing to retreat from Israeli border

Anti-Assad group claims Iranian, Hezbollah fighters prepping for withdrawal from Israeli border, following pressure by Russia.

Lebanon charges officer for framing actor as Israel agent

Senior Lebanese officer charged for fabricating evidence against Lebanese actor who was charged with collaborating with Israel.

Air-to-air confrontation between Israel and Russia?

Arab media outlets claim Russian fighters scrambled to intercept Israeli jets operating over Lebanon.

Lebanese PM asked to form new Cabinet

Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri officially asked to form a new Cabinet following this month's election.

UN forces say Israel border quiet following clashes with Iran

Day after Iran attacked northern Israel, prompting Israeli bombing of Iranian targets in Syrian, UN peacekeepers say area 'quiet'.

'We expect you to support us in our fight against Iran'

Bennett tells foreign diplomats that Israel expects them to side with the Jewish state in the war against Iran.

Liberman to Iran: Do not test us

Defense Minister says Iran attempting to turn Syria into a front against Israel like Lebanon has become.

Nasrallah hails Hezbollah's 'victory' after elections

Hezbollah leader welcomes results of the parliamentary election in Lebanon, in which his terror organization made significant gains.

Hezbollah expected to win majority in Lebanese parliament

Iran-backed terror group and its allies poised to win outright majority in country's first elections since 2009.

Lebanon holds first election in nine years

Voter turnout in Lebanon's parliamentary election at 49.2 percent, down from 54 percent the last time elections were held.

Anti-Hezbollah parliamentary candidate assaulted

Candidate running against Hezbollah in Lebanon's parliamentary elections in hospital after being assaulted in his hometown.

Kuwait Airways suspends flights to Lebanon

Kuwait Airways ceases all flights to Beirut, cites security warning that came from the government in Cyprus.

Assassination Attempt?

Islamic Jihad chief comatose

Ramadan Shalah, chief of Islamic terror group, in coma following operations in Beirut. Sources say terror chief may have been poisoned.

Israeli drone crashes in Lebanon

IDF says crash caused by technical failure.

Report: IDF attacks Hezbollah position

Hezbollah denies reports in Arabic media Israeli planes struck Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.

Lebanon to increase military presence along border with Israel

Lebanese PM says his country plans to increase its military presence along its southern border, says Israel "remains the primary threat".

Hezbollah says not expecting war with Israel

Iranian backed terror milita says it does but expect war with Israel but warns Jewish state not to make 'foolish moves'.

Lebanon frees actor held over 'collaboration' with Israel

Judge orders arrest of officer accused of fabricating evidence Lebanese actor held contacts with Israeli woman.

Lebanese official accused of framing actor as Israeli agent

Senior Lebanese officer investigated for fabricating evidence against Lebanese actor who was charged with collaborating with Israel.

Lapid urges EU to ban Hezbollah

Yesh Atid chairman lobbies EU to put Hezbollah's political wing on terror watchlist.

UN chief: Israel-Hezbollah war would be the worst nightmare

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns against direct confrontation between Israel and Hezbollah.

Lebanon's army chief vows to confront 'Israeli aggression'

General Joseph Aoun says his army will use every available means to confront Israeli aggression no matter the cost.

Steinitz meets American official over gas row with Lebanon

Energy Minister meets Acting Assistant Secretary of State to discuss oil and gas dispute with Lebanon.