Northern Arrows

US official:

'Hezbollah has to be disarmed'

US envoy Morgan Ortagus emphasizes that Hezbollah and other armed groups in Lebanon must be disarmed urgently, stating disarmament should happen "as soon as possible" to ensure national security.

Chief of Staff on north border:

We continue strengthening defense while demonstrating initiative

LTG Eyal Zamir held a situational assessment on the Lebanese border and met with the commanders operating in the sector.

Syrian tanks and APCs confiscated, destroyed

IDF raids military outpost belonging to former Syrian regime, locating and dismantling weapons, tanks, and APCs.

IDF operated in Syria to prevent Turkish takeover

Following airstrikes on Syrian military bases, IDF operated in southern Syria, confiscating weapons and destroying terror infrastructure.

Syrian Foreign Min. on Israeli strikes: 'Unjustified escalation'

Syrian Foreign Ministry claims Israeli strikes caused near-total destruction at Hama airport, says Israel attempting to upset stability.

IDF:

Eliminated Hezbollah terrorist was assisting Hamas

The IDF, ISA, and Mossad confirmed that Hezbollah and Quds Force terrorist Hassan Ali Mahmoud Bdeir assisted Hamas in planning and advancing a significant and imminent terror attack against Israeli civilians.

'Posed an immediate threat'

IAF strikes Hezbollah terrorist in Beirut

IAF strikes Hezbollah terrorist who had recently directed Hamas operatives and assisted them in planning a significant and imminent terror attack against Israeli civilians.

Lebanon arrests suspects in rocket attacks on Israel

Lebanese authorities announce several arrests in connection with the recent rocket fire targeting Israel. Hezbollah has denied any involvement in the attacks.

Hezbollah leader threatens Israel: 'We have other options'

Hezbollah Secretary General Naim Qassem slams Israel for striking Hezbollah targets in Dahieh, calls on Lebanese government to put a stop to Israel's actions.

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IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes Hezbollah command centers, terrorist infrastructure sites, launchers, and terrorists in southern Lebanon, following the missile attack on Kiryat Shmona.

Targeted elimination:

IDF takes out Radwan Force battalion commander

IAF aircraft eliminate Hezbollah terrorist Ahmad Adnan Bajjiga, battalion commander in the Radwan Force, who presented a threat to Israel.

Netanyahu:

'Israel has become a fact of life for the Arab states'

Prime Minister Netanyahu reviews the dramatic changes the war has brought about so far across the Middle East.

France condemns Lebanon rockets, urges Israeli restraint

France calls on all parties to respect the commitments in ceasefire agreement, after rockets are fired from Lebanon and Israel strikes targets in Lebanon in response.

Following barrage on Metula:

IDF strikes dozens of targets in Lebanon

For the first time in over three months, Hezbollah launches barrage towards Metula; three intercepted. 'The law for Metula is the law for Beirut.'

Ceasefire violation?

Bullets hit vehicle near northern border, IDF investigating

Bullet holes were found in the windshield of a car in Avivim. An initial IDF investigation found that the bullets were shot in the air during a funeral for a terrorist in Maroun al-Ras and were not purposely aimed at Israeli territory.

In memory of Rabbi Avi Goldberg

Fallen hero's family's emotional Purim costume

The family of Captain (Res.) Rabbi Avi Goldberg dressed up this year as an 'IDF draft order,' as a tribute to their father who fell in battle in Lebanon.

Hezbollah leader claims:

'We paid a heavy price, but resistance continues'

Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem admits there were "shortcomings" within the terror organization but refuses to acknowledge it was defeated in the war.

IDF confiscates weapons in southern Syria

Paratroopers Brigade, the Armored Corps, and Yahalom Unit conduct targeted raids based on intelligence indications in Syria.

Lebanon:

IAF targets Hezbollah weapons, rocket launchers in strikes

Israel Air Force conducts intelligence-based air strikes on military sites in southern Lebanon belonging to Hezbollah, in which weapons and rocket launchers belonging to Hezbollah were identified.

Despite sensitivity:

IDF to secure Jewish entry to gravesite on Lebanese border

IDF's Northern Command preparing for significant operation to secure entry of Jewish visitors to gravesite of Rav Ashi on Israel-Lebanon border.

Israel strikes senior Hezbollah officer

An Israeli source reported the killing of a senior Hezbollah officer with a drone strike on a vehicle in near Tyre.

IDF confirms strike on Assad regime weapons

IAF strikes weapons storage site near Tartus, 'due to recent developments in the area.'

Unusual directive:

Netanyahu and Katz order IDF to protect Druze village in Syria

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Israel Katz, instruct IDF to prepare to protect Druze village of Jaramana, near Damascus in Syria.

IDF strikes significant Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon

The IDF says it struck Mahran Ali Nasser Al-Din, who played a significant role in Hezbollah’s weapons smuggling operations.

1200 shelters to be installed near northern border

The Ministry of Defense has announced significant upgrades to the defenses of 17 towns near Israel's border with Lebanon.

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The IDF's nighttime raid in Syria

During one of the recent raids, paratroopers located rifles, ammunition, and other military equipment left behind by the fleeing Syrian regime.

IDF forces on high alert in snowy border areas

IDF forces stationed on Israel's northern border operate under extreme weather conditions, defending Israel against threats from Syria and Lebanon - in the snow.

During the funeral:

IDF reveals footage of Hassan Nasrallah's elimination

As IAF jets flew over a funeral ceremony for the Hezbollah leader, the IDF published footage of his demise.

On Syria-Lebanon border

IAF strikes crossing points used by Hezbollah to smuggle weapons

IAF strikes crossing points in the area of the Lebanon-Syria border used by Hezbollah in attempts to smuggle weapons into Lebanese territory: A blatant violation of the ceasefire understandings between Israel and Lebanon.

Four arrested after 30 Breslov hasidim attempt to enter Lebanon

Police officers arrest four Breslov hasidim who illegally crossed into Lebanese territory and hurled rocks at IDF forces who neared them.

Northern Arrows:

IDF withdraws from Lebanon, retains five key positions

The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect today. The IDF completed its withdrawal from southern Lebanon's Shiite villages but retained five installations in Lebanese territory.

Infiltration into Lebanon:

Hassidim attempted to 'annex' the tomb of 4th-century sage

A number of Breslov Hassidim moved the border fence between Israel and Lebanon, so that the entire gravesite of Rabbi Ashi, which until now was divided, would be included in Israeli territory.

Despite Ceasefire:

Israel to retain five bases in Lebanese territory

The IDF will remain in five bases in Lebanon for the foreseeable future despite the ceasefire agreement for Israeli forces to withdraw.

Report:

IAF strike eliminated Hamas' head of operations in Lebanon

Israeli source says targeted elimination took out Muhammad Shaheen, Hamas' operations head in Lebanon, who was planning a terror attack.

On the Lebanese border:

IDF failed to report drone infiltrations from Lebanon

UAVs infiltrating Israel likely aimed to gather intelligence, unclear why IDF did not provide information to the public regarding violations of Israeli airspace.

Hezbollah leader:

'No justification for Israeli troops in Lebanon after Feb. 18'

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem states that Israeli forces must fully withdraw from Lebanese territory by February 18: Any Israeli military presence on Lebanese soil beyond the deadline will be considered an occupation.

Defense Minister reiterates:

If there are UAVs launched, there won't be Hezbollah

Defense Minister Israel Katz responds to IDF elimination of Hezbollah aerial unit terrorist, stressing that UAV launches constitutes a serious violation of the ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon.

IDF confirms: IAF aircraft struck key Hezbollah terrorist

In southern Lebanon airstrike, IDF takes aim at central terrorist in Hezbollah’s aerial unit.

As ceasefire deadline nears

Lebanon rejects Israeli presence in south

Lebanon's parliamentary speaker says his country has rejected Israel's request to maintain a presence in five southern locations beyond the February 18 deadline for fully implementing the ceasefire.

Posed threat to Israel

IAF strikes Hezbollah military sites

IAF conducts intelligence-based strikes on Hezbollah military sites containing weapons and launchers which were operating in violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon.

Southern Lebanon:

IDF uncovers weapons cache and launchers aimed at Israel

Troops conducted scans in buildings and thicketed terrain, where they located weapons storage facilities containing stockpiles of missiles, rockets, mortar shells, grenades, explosives, and firearms.

IDF Spokesman reveals:

This is how Iran continues to smuggle funds to Hezbollah

Avichay Adraee, head of the Arab media division of the IDF Spokesperson's Unit, reveals that Iran's Quds Force and Hezbollah have been exploiting Beirut's airport to smuggle funds through civilian flights.

Cabinet Officials:

'USA will allow Israel to remain in Lebanon'

Sources in the security cabinet claim that Israel received a green light from the United States to remain in some positions in southern Lebanon.

IDF strikes underground tunnel crossing from Syria into Lebanon

The terror tunnel was used by Hezbollah to smuggle weapons in the Beqqa area and has been struck in the past.

IDF destroys Hamas weapons storehouse in Syria

'Palestinian terrorist organizations, headed by Hamas, act to exploit Syrian soil for their terrorist activities under the direction of Iran,' IDF stresses.

Precise strike

IAF strikes two Hezbollah sites in Lebanese territory

IDF confirms that the IAF conducted a precise strike in Lebanese territory on two military sites that contained Hezbollah weapons, which were in violation of the ceasefire agreement.

Huge explosion and thick smoke

New footage from Hassan Nasrallah's elimination

Arab media published new footage on Thursday showing the elimination of Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah.

'The war's turning point'

The golden pager that Netanyahu gifted Trump

The Prime Minister's Office published a photo of the golden pager that the Prime Minister presented to the American President who replied: 'That was a brilliant operation.'

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IDF demolishes Hezbollah buildings in Lebanon

IDF forces in southern Lebanon located buildings and munitions depots of Hezbollah and destroyed them.

Defense Minister:

'We will use all our force to eliminate threats'

Defense Minister Israel Katz toured the Israeli positions in Lebanon and delivered a warning to Hezbollah that Israel would not tolerate any aggression.

Lebanese media:

IDF 'abducted' fisherman near border with Israel

Lebanese media reported that an 'Israeli enemy boat' arrested a Lebanese fisherman off the coast near the border between Lebanon and Israel.

IAF strikes multiple Hezbollah terrorist targets in Lebanon

IAF confirms reports in Lebanon that it struck Hezbollah terrorist targets in the Beqaa Valley that posed a threat to the Israeli Home Front and IDF troops.

In first since ceasefire began:

IDF intercepts UAV in Lebanese territory

IDF confirms Hezbollah surveillance UAV was launched towards Israel, intercepted over Lebanon.

Dr. Adi Cohen:

'Hezbollah was defeated, embarrassed, and almost eliminated'

Dr. Adi Cohen, a Middle East scholar and researcher at the Israel Center for Grand Strategy, explains where Israel has gone wrong in the ceasefire in Lebanon.

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Lebanese army takes control of huge tunnel complex

Lebanese media reports that the army has taken control of a huge tunnel complex which Hezbollah announced during the war, 'is big enough for trucks to pass through.'

Hezbollah rejects extension of IDF presence in southern Lebanon

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem says the group would not tolerate any justification for delaying the withdrawal of Israeli troops from southern Lebanon: Israel has to withdraw because the 60 days are over.

Report:

Lebanese military officers leaked sensitive IDF info to Hezbollah

During the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, dozens of officers in the Lebanese army leaked sensitive information on IDF movements to Hezbollah, in a way that allowed Hezbollah to move weapons.

Steve Witkoff:

'It's a good day for the hostages'

Speaking to Israeli reporters in New York, Trump's Middle East envoy comments on release of four female soldiers from Hamas captivity: I had a lot of tears, reflecting on my own son who I lost. It felt solemn, but really worthy.

White House announces:

Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon extended to February 18

White House announces that the arrangement between Lebanon and Israel will continue to be in effect until February 18. The original arrangement expired on Sunday, but the IDF remained in Lebanon, due to the fact that the ceasefire has yet to be fully enforced by Lebanon.

Lebanese citizens shot while approaching IDF forces

Recent footage shows Lebanese citizens carrying Hezbollah flags within just a few meters of IDF forces in several locations in southern Lebanon. Israeli troops fired at and hit some of them.