Lebanon

Ceasefire in Lebanon? 70 drones launched, five killed

Since the ceasefire in Lebanon began, Hezbollah has launched 70 explosive drones at IDF forces, killing five and wounding 33.

Lebanese President:

'Meeting with Netanyahu is out of the question'

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun rejects meeting Netanyahu, citing the need for a security deal before such a meeting occurs.

Southern Lebanon:

A tour of a Hezbollah weapons cache

IDF soldiers from the 226th Brigade, in cooperation with the Yahalom Unit, destroyed an approximately 30-meter-long underground tunnel route containing various weapons.

2 soldiers moderately wounded in clash with terrorists in Lebanon

Two IDF soldiers were injured during an exchange of fire in a clash with terrorists. Immediately after the incident, the Air Force attacked Hezbollah positions in the area.

IDF eliminates 10 Hezbollah terrorists near troops

IDF forces carry out precision strikes and dismantle launch sites and infrastructure after anti-tank fire, as operations continue in southern Lebanon.

Report:

Hezbollah suffers heavy losses in ongoing fighting with Israel

Hezbollah has suffered heavy losses since March, with sources citing thousands of fighters killed, despite many deaths that are unrecorded.

Tensions in the Dahieh:

Lebanese troops deployed to Hezbollah Beirut stronghold

Lebanese army deploys in Beirut’s Dahieh after masked gunmen fire weapons at a Hezbollah funeral, with forces pursuing suspects as supporters shout anti-government slogans.

Footage from Lebanon:

IDF eliminates terrorists transporting weapons

Over the past week, in several operations, IDF soldiers of the 401st Brigade located more than 100 weapons belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in southern Lebanon.

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IDF destroys 80-meter-long terror tunnel in Lebanon

The 401st Brigade Combat Team located an 80-meter-long route containing terrorist dormitories. The infrastructure was destroyed by engineering forces.

Footage from Lebanon

Terrorists fled on foot - and were eliminated

Givati ​​soldiers eliminated two Hezbollah terrorists who threatened the forces and located dozens of weapons, including anti-tank missiles and machine guns.

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Hezbollah terrorists eliminated, rocket launchers destroyed

Multidimensional Unit soldiers under 36th Divisioncontinue to operate to eliminate threats in southern Lebanon. During the operation, terrorist squads were eliminated.

'Good hit'

Revealed: Radio communications during IAF strike

'Good hit, there are secondary explosions': Israeli Air Force destroys loaded and ready-to-launch launcher in southern Lebanon.

Watch: Elimination of Hezbollah terrorists continues

IDF operations against Hezbollah continue; over 120 targets attacked over weekend.

Booby-trapped stadium destroyed in Bint Jbeil

Over 900 terror infrastructure sites dismantled; IDF reveals footage from operations of the 98th Division troops in Bint Jbeil.

IDF strikes over 40 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

Airstrikes hit command centers and terror infrastructure used to plan attacks, as IDF continues operations to neutralize threats and intercept aerial targets.

Without a ground maneuver:

The operation that took out Hezbollah’s stronghold

Elite paratrooper drone unit wipes out Hezbollah stronghold from the air, taking out terror cells and reshaping the battlefield without sending in ground troops.

US pressuring Lebanese president to meet Netanyahu

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire enacted at US President Donald Trump's personal request gives Lebanon 'the space and the opportunity' to hold negotiations, US Embassy in Beirut says.

Hezbollah continuing to arm itself with explosive drones

Hezbollah terror group increasing its stockpile of drones, despite continued pressure on supply routes, affiliated news outlets say.

US Beirut Embassy calls for direct Lebanon-Israel meeting

US Embassy in Beirut says that Lebanon stands at a critical crossroads and has a historic opportunity to reclaim its sovereignty and independence by pursuing direct engagement with Israel.

Ceasefire?

Hezbollah drone strikes continue, two moderately wounded

IDF officer and noncommissioned officer were moderately injured due to another Hezbollah FPV drone strike.

Using 24 tons of explosives:

IDF demolishes 140-meter-long Hezbollah tunnel in Lebanon

The tunnel, over 140 meters in length, consisted of living quarters and operational shafts, and numerous weapons were found inside.

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Lebanese broadcast turns into a fighting match

Lebanese television debate becomes violent after pro- and anti-Hezbollah analysts trade barbs.

The Israeli campaign causing a stir in New York

A campaign launched by the Israeli Consulate in New York City and the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs has taken over Times Square, with giant billboards displaying the flags of Israel and Lebanon side by side.

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IDF strikes Hezbollah structures used to advance attacks

IDF soldiers of the 91st Division struck military structures used by Hezbollah from which terrorists operated.

12 soldiers injured by Hezbollah UAV

IDF soldiers injured by Hezbollah UAV; two in moderate condition.

IDF destroys launch sites in southern Lebanon

Hezbollah missile launch positions destroyed as Alpinist Unit troops operate in Mount Dov area.

Hezbollah downs IDF drone with surface-to-air missile

IDF says UAV downed by Hezbollah missile in Lebanon; five terrorists are eliminated.

Direct strike on northern border

Sirens sound along northern border, followed by loud explosion in Shomera upon impact.

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Interceptions over Galilee Panhandle during morning rush hour

Interceptions overhead as children make their way to school, IDF reports launches towards troops in Lebanon.

Israel's ultimatum to Trump on Lebanon deal

Israel is demanding that the United States set a firm deadline for diplomatic talks by mid-May and is warning that its current policy of restraint and limited operations is eroding deterrence.

Chief of Staff in South Lebanon

'We won't leave without security for north'

Eyal Zamir visited the forces of the 36th Division in the town of A-Tayyiba in southern Lebanon today (Wednesday). "We will no longer allow a terrorist army on our borders"

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Hezbollah launcher hidden in civilian building

Soldiers identified and struck a Hezbollah launcher that had been positioned inside a civilian structure in southern Lebanon, aimed at Israel and IDF troops.

Drone footage:

Hezbollah terrorist eliminated while riding a motorcycle

IDF drone identifies Hezbollah terrorist posing an imminent threat to troops and eliminates him as he attempts to flee on a motorcycle.

In Lebanon:

IDF uncovers massive Hezbollah explosives, weapons cache

IDF troops locate 900-kg booby-trapped device and stockpiles of rockets and mortars, as forces continue operations to remove threats and eliminate terrorists in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah's latest ceasefire breach

IAF downs UAVs launched from Lebanon as multiple aerial threats trigger sirens in northern Israel.

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets, eliminates terrorists in Lebanon

IDF eliminates three Hezbollah terrorists, strikes Hezbollah military infrastructure.

Israel’s ultimatum for a deal in Lebanon

Officials in Israel are making it clear that extending the ceasefire until mid-May is the last opportunity for negotiations. “We will not wait forever."

Cleared for Publication

Civilian Defense Ministry employee killed in Lebanon

Amer Hujeirat, who worked for a contracting company performing engineering works on behalf of the Ministry of Defense, killed by drone in southern Lebanon. His son, 19, lightly injured by shrapnel.

10 km from border:

Hezbollah underground ‘safe city’ destroyed

IDF exposes and destroys a 2 kilometers long tunnel network in the Qantara area of southern Lebanon, where sleeping quarters, weapons stockpiles, and shafts leading to launchers were discovered.

Danon at Security Council

'Lebanon can't talk sovereignty while Hezbollah is in control'

Israeli Amb. to the UN tells Security Council: 'You cannot talk about peace in Lebanon without mentioning Hezbollah.'

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IDF destroys enormous Hezbollah terror tunnel

The tunnel was the largest ever discovered in southern Lebanon.

'Bomb the school'

Lebanese student sends irregular message to IDF spokesman

A student from a school in Choueifat, south of Beirut, sent a message to the IDF spokesperson in Arabic, claiming that Hezbollah weapons were hidden in the educational institution.

IDF destroys Hezbollah tunnel, seizes arms caches

Yesterday (Monday), IDF soldiers located and struck a weapons storage facility, anti-tank positions, observation posts, and structures used by the Hezbollah terrorist organization for military purposes.

Footage from Lebanon:

Troops dismantle more than 1,000 terrorist infrastructure sites

Troops located hundreds of weapons, including machine guns, Kalashnikov rifles, grenades, mines, pistols, anti-tank missiles, ammunition, RPG rockets, and mortar shells.

Commanders warn:

IDF lacks adequate response to explosive drone threat

Senior IDF officers expressed frustration with the limited tools available to confront explosive drones besides simply firing at them.

Hezbollah's new weapon wreaking havoc on the IDF in Lebanon

Hezbollah intensifies drone warfare with advanced FPV systems resistant to jamming, posing a growing challenge to IDF operations on the battlefield.

Wounded Soldier's Mother:

'Do something extraordinary for him'

Chava, the mother of soldier Eliav who was seriously wounded in an explosive-drone incident in Lebanon, appeals to the public for an exceptional show of faith for his recovery.

Netanyahu: Two major threats remain in Lebanon

Netanyahu said that Israel has achieved significant successes in Lebanon, but emphasized that two major threats remain: short-range rockets and drones.

Lebanese President, Hezbollah leader accuse each other of treason

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun defends negotiations with Israel, accusing Hezbollah of dragging the country into war and rejecting claims of treason.

Katz to UN envoy

'Naim Qassem plays with fire, Aoun gambles with Lebanon’s future'

Defense Minister to the UN envoy to Lebanon: 'There will be no ceasefire reality in Lebanon alongside attacks on our forces and the Galilee communities.'

Footage from Lebanon:

Golani troops eliminate terrorists, uncover weapons depots

Golani Brigade troops eliminated armed terrorists and uncovered weapons depots in southern Lebanon as part of ongoing efforts to counter Hezbollah threats.

Violations continue

Explosive drone detonates near IDF forces in southern Lebanon

An explosive drone was launched toward soldiers operating south of the forward defense line and exploded near them. No casualties were reported.

'What a gem we lost'

Hundreds accompany the family of fallen soldier

Hundreds of people wave flags along the route of the funeral procession for Sgt. Idan Fooks, who was killed in Lebanon.

Lebanon: IDF thwarts attempt to harm soldiers

IDF forces destroy Hezbollah command centers, terror infrastructure, while thwarting terror attacks on troops.

A quiet and fatal threat:

How the drone became a greater danger than anti-tank missiles

The serious incident in al-Tayiba, in which Sgt. Idan Fooks was killed, reveals Hezbollah’s new weapon: explosive drones guided via fiber-optic cable.

Hezbollah’s Naim Qassem rejects disarmament

Hezbollah’s Naim Qassem said the group will not surrender its weapons 'under any circumstances,' rejecting US pressure for disarmament amid ongoing tensions with Israel.

Hezbollah weapons cache discovered in children's bedroom

IDF soldiers continue to remove threats south of Forward Defense Line, discovering numerous weapons located inside children's room in southern Lebanon.

Idan killed, his lookout girlfriend witnessed the incident

The girlfriend of Sgt. Idan Fooks, who was killed in an explosive drone strike, witnessed the tragic moments of the incident from afar.

Mass-casualty concerns

Netanyahu cancels Lag Ba’Omer Meron celebrations

The decision follows security assessments and updated Home Front Command restrictions limiting gatherings in the Meron area and nearby communities close to the Lebanese border.

Restrictions tightened

IDF braces for escalation in the north

The Home Front Command is reinstating restrictions in the Confrontation Line area. Beginning Monday, gatherings in the area will be limited to no more than 1,500 people.