Yoav Gallant, Israel's Defense Minister, visited the border areas between Israel and Lebanon on Sunday and emphasized that his country will never allow Hezbollah to re-establish itself in the border regions. Gallant stated that there are numerous underground tunnels and weapons depots in the border villages of Lebanon, and Israeli soldiers have found hundreds of RPGs, ammunition, and anti-tank missiles there. He added that the Israeli army is engaged in destroying Hezbollah's weapons both above and below ground. The Israeli Defense Minister deemed the destruction of Hezbollah's weapons and infrastructure and preventing their re-establishment near the border with Israel essential to ensure the safe return of Israeli citizens living in border areas with Lebanon. Yoav Gallant reiterated that operations against Hezbollah will continue until Israel's objectives are achieved. Hezbollah of Lebanon unilaterally began its rocket and drone attacks against Israel the day after the Hamas terrorist attack on October 7, and has continued its assaults against Israel for over a year. As a result of Hezbollah's attacks on northern Israel, tens of thousands of Israeli citizens have been forced to leave their homes. In response to Hezbollah's attacks, Israel has eliminated hundreds of members of this Iranian proxy group, including its Secretary-General and senior commanders, and has repeatedly stated that attacks on this group will continue until the safe return of citizens living in northern Israel to their homes is ensured. Netanyahu: Hezbollah uses peacekeepers as human shields. Reuters analytical report on 'America's strategy' regarding the Lebanon conflict and 'Israel's approach.' Two Israeli citizens were injured due to Hezbollah's rocket attacks coinciding with Ghalibaf's visit to Beirut. Reuters: Hezbollah has formed a 'new military command' following Israel's heavy strikes. Emphasis by the US and France in the UN Security Council meeting on the need to strengthen the Lebanese army.
Gallant: We will not allow Hezbollah to re-establish itself in border areas
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant visited the border with Lebanon, asserting that Israel will not permit Hezbollah to re-establish itself there. He highlighted the presence of Hezbollah's weapons and infrastructure in Lebanon and stated that Israeli operations against the group will continue until their objectives are met, which is crucial for the safety of Israeli citizens in border areas.
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📰 What Happened
Israel vows to prevent Hezbollah from re-establishing itself near the border with Lebanon.
- Israeli army attack Hezbollah
- Yoav Gallant announce Hezbollah
- Israel attack Hezbollah
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Israel is committed to preventing Hezbollah from gaining strength near its borders.
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