politics
March 5, 2026
Israel Extends Lebanon Incursion to Strike Hezbollah
Israel has expanded military campaign into Lebanon targeting Hezbollah while continuing strikes on Iran and Gaza blockade
TL;DR
- Israeli forces have entered southern Lebanon, seizing additional positions for the first time since the 2024 ceasefire.
- The incursion aims to target Hezbollah as part of a broader regional military campaign.
- Airstrikes and rocket exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah have intensified following the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
- Lebanon's Health Ministry reported at least 50 deaths and tens of thousands displaced from southern border areas.
- Hezbollah stated its readiness for 'open war' with Israel.
- Israel intends to continue its operation until Hezbollah is disarmed, linking it to broader security goals.
- Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam called for Hezbollah to hand over its weapons, with the Lebanese Army tasked with implementing a disarmament plan.
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