Lebanon

Hezbollah operatives launched an explosive drone at IDF forces operating in the security zone in southern Lebanon. No injuries were reported. The IDF responded by striking terrorist infrastructure. Lebanese media reported several casualties. A Lebanese man released from an Israeli prison said, "I was not tortured."

Iran reportedly warned that it would respond forcefully if Israel launches a large-scale operation on the Ali Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon, where Israel believes dozens of Hezbollah operatives are trapped in underground compounds.

The IDF killed a Hamas Nukhba unit company commander in Gaza who led a team that raided communities near the Gaza border. Lebanese reports also described IDF strikes in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah launched two explosive drones overnight at IDF troops on the Ali al-Taher ridge. In response, the IDF struck terrorist infrastructure in Nabatieh used to plan and direct attacks against Israel.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said he opposes turning the country’s south into a bargaining chip and stressed the state’s authority over weapons. Meanwhile, Beirut is waiting for the United States to set the next round of talks with Israel.

Michel Issa, the U.S. ambassador to Lebanon, responded to questions about why no agreement has been reached to halt Israeli strikes. He added: "Hezbollah does not want to do anything, so why are we demanding that Israel do everything?"

The IDF launched a wave of strikes in southern Lebanon after a Hezbollah operation seriously wounded three soldiers. At the same time, it announced the killing of Abu Hassan Alaa, a senior commander in the terror group’s Badr Unit.

Israel and Lebanon have drawn up a list of four countries that could oversee Hezbollah’s disarmament, Reuters reported. Under the proposed mechanism, villages in southern Lebanon would be inspected, and armed foreign forces could potentially be deployed in the country.

Lebanon’s parliament has approved a general amnesty law for the families of South Lebanon Army members who relocated to Israel. The law applies only to relatives, not to the fighters themselves.

Four additional soldiers were seriously injured in last week’s southern Lebanon incident, in which Maj. (res.) Harel Berenstock and Master Sgt. (res.) Tamir Vaknin, of blessed memory, were killed. The family of Dolev, 26, from Karmiel, is asking the public to pray for his recovery: Dolev ben Atara.

Hezbollah is facing its most severe financial crisis in years as a joint Israeli-American effort targets its funding sources. The consequences are already being felt in salaries, compensation payments, and the social welfare network the organization relies on.

Arab media outlets reported that during negotiations between Israel and Lebanon, the possibility was raised that Israel would release Lebanese prisoners in exchange for the remains of Jews buried in Lebanon. Talks between the sides are expected to continue next month.

The IDF said it expanded its operations in southern Lebanon following an incident that killed two reservists, Maj. Harel Birenstock and Master Sgt. Tamir Vakin. The targets included weapons depots, a command center, and additional terror infrastructure.

The IDF condemned the crossing of 10 teenage girls into Lebanon and called for legal action against those involved. Security officials warn that repeated incidents disrupt operational activity and place added strain on forces.

The IDF sought a forceful response to a serious Hezbollah violation, but the plan was halted. Reports say Lebanon is applying pressure during talks in Rome in an effort to prevent further escalation.

IDF forces are continuing security operations in southern Lebanon against Hezbollah infrastructure. During the operation, troops destroyed a tunnel and located weapons depots containing rockets, launchers, and additional weapons.

IDF forces identified Hezbollah operatives overnight in a security zone in southern Lebanon and eliminated them. A combat officer was moderately wounded during the encounter, while military operations in the area continue.

After eight months of operational activity in southern Lebanon, the 401 Brigade Combat Team has completed its mission. During the operation, terror infrastructure was destroyed, weapons were located, and Hezbollah terrorists were killed.

Lebanon’s prosecutor received a request from a group of lawyers to arrest Lebanese American businessman Antoine Sfeir after he was filmed speaking with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a Washington dinner.

Ahead of talks expected next week in Italy, Israel has told Lebanon it will maintain security freedom of action in evacuated areas. Lebanon opposes the demand.