Israeli Defense Minister: Hezbollah Will Retreat from the Border Either by Agreement or by Force

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that Israel will increase its attacks on Hezbollah in response to daily assaults from the group in northern Israel, even with a potential temporary ceasefire in Gaza. According to 'The Times of Israel', Gallant, during a visit to the Israeli army's Northern Command headquarters, said, 'We are planning to increase our firepower against Hezbollah.' He noted that Hezbollah 'is not capable of finding replacements for the commanders we are eliminating.' Although Hezbollah has not engaged in full-scale war, it has lost over 200 of its forces, which is a significant blow to the group since the comprehensive war between Israel and Hamas. Gallant mentioned that if a temporary ceasefire occurs in Gaza, Israel will enhance its capability to strike Hezbollah in the north until the group is 'completely' pushed back from the borders, allowing Israeli residents in the north to return to their homes. Approximately 80,000 Israelis have been displaced from their homes due to Hezbollah's attacks. Gallant stated, 'The goal is simple: to push Hezbollah back to where it belongs.' He asserted that Israel would achieve this 'either by agreement or by force.' Netanyahu: The fate of the hostage release agreement is unclear. Sullivan: The U.S., Egypt, Qatar, and Israel have reached an understanding on a temporary ceasefire in Gaza. Israeli media report progress in achieving a temporary ceasefire. Israel: 'Precise and limited operations' at Nasser Hospital have concluded; 200 people were arrested.