Lebanon

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.

Death of Sgt. Idan Fooks

Watch: Attack during rescue of wounded troops in Lebanon

Two explosive drones launched at IDF forces evacuating wounded soldiers from the incident in which Sgt. Idan Fooks was killed. One of the drones struck very close to the rescue team.

Released for publication:

Sergeant Idan Fooks killed by drone detonation in Lebanon

It has been cleared for publication that Sergeant Idan Fooks, 19, from Petah Tikva, a soldier in Battalion 77, was killed by an explosive drone detonation in southern Lebanon. Six additional soldiers were wounded-four of them seriously.

To our friend Mike Huckabee:

Lebanon is a battered wife - not the parent of a rock thrower

And the IDF is the only force in the world willing to emasculate Hezbollah to the point that Lebanon is no longer a battered wife. Opinion.

Destruction in friendly Lebanese village sparks anger

IDF says it is looking into destruction of infrastructure in village where 220 residents fell fighting alongside IDF troops.

After 20th Hezbollah ceasefire breach:

Netanyahu orders strikes in Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered IDF to strike 'vigorously' in Lebanon, PM's Office says.

Watch: 15 terrorists eliminated in southern Lebanon

Over the weekend, the IDF eliminated more than 15 terrorists in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah anti-tank missile cache found in Lebanon

Troops locate anti-tank weapons and explosives in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah launches drones in latest ceasefire breach, with no injuries reported.

Footage from missile camera:

Paratroopers eliminate six terrorists in Bint Jbeil

IDF forces eliminate six armed Hezbollah terrorists in military camp in Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon.

Ceasefire with Lebanon? Launches from Lebanon ongoing

Rockets, UAVs, launched from Lebanon shot down over northern Israel; additional rocket explodes in open area while contact is lost with UAV.

IDF strikes Hezbollah rocket launchers in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes Hezbollah launchers in southern Lebanon after explosive drones target troops. No Israeli injuries reported.

Watch:

IDF identifies, eliminates six Hezbollah terrorists in Bint Jbeil

IDF troops eliminate six armed Hezbollah terrorists in Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon, after a firefight. No Israeli soldiers injured.

IDF strikes Hezbollah surveillance, foils drone attack

IDF forces struck Hezbollah surveillance and uncovered weapons caches as explosive drones launched by the group detonated near troops in southern Lebanon.

UN weighs future Lebanon presence as UNIFIL mandate nears end

UN says it is considering options for a continued presence in Lebanon after UNIFIL expires, likely with a smaller mission.

Danon: Lebanon ceasefire is not 100%

Israel’s UN envoy Danny Danon says Lebanon ceasefire is “not 100%," citing Hezbollah attacks and weak Lebanese enforcement.

Trump announces:

'Israel-Lebanon ceasefire will be extended by three weeks'

After attending Israel-Lebanon direct talks at the White House, Trump announces three-week extension of ceasefire.

Blatant ceasefire violation: Rockets fired at the Galilee

Hezbollah violates the ceasefire by launching several rockets toward Shtula in the western Galilee. Launches intercepted, no injuries reported.

Lebanon promotes Israel talks, Aoun declines Netanyahu meeting

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun says talks with the US aim to extend the ceasefire and launch negotiations with Israel toward ending the conflict.

25-meter deep tunnel

Southern Lebanon clothing store turned into terror command center

IDF soldiers discovered a tunnel that served as a Hezbollah command center approximately 25 meters deep inside a civilian clothing store in the village of Al-Khiyam.

Again: Hezbollah breaches ceasefire, IDF responds

IDF eliminates terrorist in Sejoud area in southern Lebanon, preventing attack on northern Israeli communities.

Hezbollah's sixth ceasefire violation in mere days

Hezbollah launches drone at IDF troops in southern Lebanon, its latest act in a series of recent ceasefire breaches.

Radwan Force terrorist surrenders to IDF

IDF soldiers apprehend terrorist from Hezbollah's elite 'Radwan Force' in southern Lebanon.

Amid tensions with Hezbollah

US Embassy urges Americans to leave Lebanon

US Embassy in Beirut urges Americans to leave Lebanon, citing terrorism, kidnapping and fast-changing security risks.

Moments before the ceasefire:

Raid on Hezbollah facility deep inside Lebanon

Israeli forces raided a Hezbollah main staging area and struck 70 targets. More than 20 Hezbollah terrorists were killed.

Can the ceasefire last?

IDF locates more weapons in southern Lebanon

IDF troops uncover Hezbollah weapons caches, including RPGs and drones, in multiple locations across southern Lebanon.

In southern Lebanon:

IDF eliminates terrorists who breached ceasefire

IDF strikes and eliminates terrorists who crossed ceasefire line in southern Lebanon, as troops continue operations against Hezbollah infrastructure.

Lebanon’s PM:

'We will not be intimidated by Hezbollah'

Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam says his government is not seeking confrontation with Hezbollah but will not be intimidated by the Iran-backed terror group.

Report:

Huckabee to join US delegation for Israel-Lebanon talks

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee will join the American delegation for the upcoming direct talks between Israel and Lebanon at the State Department on Thursday, reports CNN.

Hezbollah's serious ceasefire violation

While the IDF initially stated that the sirens heard this evening in frontline communities were a “false identification," it is now becoming clear that at least two real incidents occurred in the sector.

The punishment for the soldier who damaged a Jesus statue

The IDF announced the disciplinary actions it is taking against the soldier who was photographed damaging a statue of Jesus in Lebanon.

Defense Minister:

'Naim Qassem will destroy Lebanon and pay with his head'

Defense Minister Israel Katz spoke at the Memorial Day ceremony on Mt. Herzl and issued a warning both to Hezbollah and to the Lebanese government.

Golani Brigade commander:

'The best memorial is the ground we stand on'

The commander of the Golani Brigade delivered a radio address to his troops in Lebanon for Memorial Day, reminding them of the reason they would spend the day away from home.

Report

US to press Lebanon to repeal law banning contact with Israelis

The repeal of the 1955 Israel Boycott Law would mark a significant milestone in the efforts to normalize relations between Israel and Lebanon.

On base and in Lebanon:

Haredi brigade salutes the fallen

The Hasmonean Brigade troops marked Memorial Day at the brigade's base in Israel and on the front in Lebanon honoring Israel's fallen

Hezbollah claims responsibility

Ceasefire violation: IED attack on IDF forces in Lebanon

The terrorist organization Hezbollah claimed responsibility this morning for detonating an explosive device against an armored IDF vehicle between the villages of Taybeh and Deir Seryan.

IDF locates soldier suspected of damaging Jesus statue

The IDF located the soldier suspected of damaging a Christian statue of Jesus in the village of Debl in southern Lebanon.

Sa'ar slams Polish FM over “defamatory" accusations against IDF

Sa'ar and Sikorski trade barbs over IDF conduct, war crimes claims, and antisemitism, as both sides sharply defend their positions.

Netanyahu: 'Stunned and saddened' by damage to Christian statue

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns soldier for damaging Christian icon, stresses religious tolerance.

Foreign Minister apologizes after soldier smashes Jesus statue

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar apologizes to Christians worldwide after IDF soldier smashes statue of Jesus, promises 'strict measures' against soldier responsible.

IDF takes out ready-to-fire Hezbollah launcher

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

IDF investigates:

Soldier filmed smashing statue of Jesus in southern Lebanon

An image circulated online shows a soldier smashing a crucufix in the village of Deir Saryan. The IDF condemns the incident and has launched an investigation to determine if the image was genuine.

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.

Cleared for publication:

Sergeant First Class (Res.) Lidor Porat fell in southern Lebanon

Sergeant First Class (Res.) Lidor Porat, from Ashdod, a soldier in the 7106th Battalion, 769th Regional Brigade, fell during combat in southern Lebanon. Nine soldiers injured, including one seriously.

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.

'We are no longer a pawn'

Lebanon’s President defends talks with Israel

In a national address following the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, President Joseph Aoun defends direct talks with Israel, declaring Lebanon has reclaimed its decision-making power.

Minutes before ceasefire:

IDF elite unit establishes presence 12km inside Lebanon

Just hours before the ceasefire with Lebanon took effect, IDF elite soldiers conducted a special operation on Christofani Ridge in southern Lebanon, establishing an operational presence there.

Trump: Israel is prohibited from bombing Lebanon, enough!

US President Donald Trump declares Israel will no longer bomb Lebanon, says he 'prohibited' IDF from doing so. PM Netanyahu responds, 'we have not yet finished the job.'

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.

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".

Key clauses of Lebanon ceasefire agreement

The ceasefire agreement with Lebanon includes mutual recognition of sovereignty and preserves the IDF’s freedom of action for self-defense.

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.