Israel has commenced limited ground operations in Lebanon, specifically targeting the Hezbollah militia's infrastructure. The United States has been informed about these operations, which aim to secure northern Israeli communities and dismantle Hezbollah's capabilities.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has announced that this is just the beginning of a broader campaign against the Iran-backed militia. The military has established restricted zones in several northern border towns, including Metula, Misgav Am, and Kfar Giladi, to ensure the safety of the local population and facilitate military actions.
This move comes nearly a year after increased tensions following a Hamas attack on Israel, which opened a second front with Hezbollah in Lebanon. The recent airstrike that killed Hezbollah's leader Hassan Nasrallah and other key figures has heightened the conflict.
In response, Hezbollah has escalated its shelling of Israeli territories, indicating its readiness for confrontation. The German Foreign Office has raised its crisis level, urging German nationals to leave Lebanon, while the Bundeswehr has already begun evacuations.
The situation remains volatile, with the potential for further escalation as both sides prepare for continued conflict.
