The Israeli military has launched a ground incursion into southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah militants in what it describes as “limited incursions.” The operation, which began late Monday (September 30), is aimed at Hezbollah targets that pose an immediate threat to communities in northern Israel. This follows an airstrike on Friday that killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah.
The ground offensive involves Israeli commandos conducting raids against Hezbollah targets and infrastructure in villages in southern Lebanon, with backup provided by the Israeli air force and artillery troops. The Israeli military has closed off the area of three Israeli towns near the border with southeast Lebanon. Approximately 63,000 Israelis remain displaced from the border area due to Hezbollah rocket fire, and the U.N. reports that about one million Lebanese have been displaced from their homes due to Israeli airstrikes.
The ground offensive comes amid escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Israeli strikes across Lebanon have killed more than 1,000 people in less than two weeks, forcing many to flee their homes. The strikes have targeted Hezbollah and its weapons, killing several top officials, but have also resulted in civilian casualties.
The conflict began after an assault on Israel led by the Palestinian militant group Hamas on October 7. Hezbollah has stated it will continue firing rockets into northern Israel until there’s a ceasefire in Israel’s military campaign in Gaza.
The Israeli military is now engaged in warfare on multiple fronts. In addition to the operation in Gaza, Israel has also conducted airstrikes in Yemen, targeting power plants and a seaport used by the Houthis to import oil for military purposes.
As Israel continues its assault against Hezbollah, the United States has warned that Iran is planning an imminent ballistic missile attack. A senior White House official told ABC News that the U.S. is actively supporting defensive preparations to protect Israel against this potential attack.
“A direct military attack from Iran against Israel will carry severe consequences for Iran,” the official warned.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have been alerted to the threat. IDF Spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari confirmed that the U.S. had updated Israel about Iran’s intentions. He assured the public that the IDF is prepared with both defensive and offensive capabilities.
“Iranian fire at Israel will have consequences,” Hagari stated.
In response to the threat, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged the public to strictly follow the directives of the Home Front Command and to stand together.
“We will stand firm together in the trying days ahead. Together we will stand, together we will fight, and together we will win,” Netanyahu said.
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