Israeli Army: 45 Rockets Fired from Lebanon Caused No Casualties

On Tuesday, September 20, the Israeli army stated that approximately 45 rockets fired from Lebanon into northern Israel resulted in no casualties. According to the Israeli army, 30 rockets were fired towards the 'Meron Mountain' area, with some intercepted and others landing in uninhabited areas. The Israeli army also reported that 15 rockets were aimed at 'Western Galilee,' with several intercepted by air defense systems. Meanwhile, two Israeli officials stated that it is now time to shift military focus from Gaza to Lebanon and Iran. Benny Gantz, a former cabinet member for war, asserted that Israel needs to redirect its focus towards Hezbollah and the Lebanese border, warning that 'we are late in this regard.' Nasim Vatori, a Likud representative and member of the Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, claimed that there are only 'a few days' left until the start of an all-out war between Israel and Lebanon. According to the Times of Israel, Gantz, speaking in Washington at a Middle East conference, said, 'We have enough force to deal with Gaza, and we need to focus on what is happening in the north.' He also identified the Iranian regime and its proxy forces as the 'main issue.' This former cabinet member, who resigned from the cabinet a few months ago, added that the time for an attack from the northern borders 'has come, and in fact, I think we are late in this regard.' Gantz also stated that Israel made a mistake by evacuating a large part of the northern country after the escalation of conflicts with Hezbollah. He said, 'In Gaza, we have crossed a decisive point in the campaign. We can do whatever we want in Gaza. We must strive to reach an agreement for the release of our hostages, but if this is not possible in the coming days or weeks, we must move towards the north.' Gantz also mentioned, 'We are capable of attacking Lebanon if necessary.' He added, 'The story of Hamas is old' and stated that 'the main issue is the [Iranian] regime and its proxy forces in the region and the actions they are trying to undertake.' This report incorporates information from the Times of Israel and Voice of America. The Israeli Defense Minister deemed a 'temporary ceasefire' with Hamas possible. In an attack on a Gaza refugee camp, dozens were killed and injured; Israel claims it targeted 'a command center.' The death toll from 'Israel's attack on military locations' in Syria has reached 16. The number of casualties has increased in 'Israel's airstrike' on the presence of Iranian proxies in Syria. Two Israeli officials stated that military focus should shift from Gaza to Lebanon and Iran; 'we are late in this regard.' The Israeli Foreign Minister threatened the Palestinian Authority with 'dissolution.' Gallant, referring to the killing of three Israelis, stated: the Iranian regime is seeking to expand terrorism.