Netanyahu Expands Military Operations in Southern Lebanon

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the expansion of military operations in southern Lebanon. The military is reportedly taking control of strategic areas beyond a demarcation line set after an April ceasefire with Hezbollah. This escalation was confirmed at a security cabinet meeting.


Devdiscourse News Desk | May 26 (Reuters) - Israeli ​Prime ​Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ‌Said On ​Tuesday That The Military ‌Was Operating With "Large Forces On The Ground" In Southern ‌Lebanon And Taking Control Of "Strategic ‌Areas" | Updated: 26-05-2026 22:27 IST | Created: 26-05-2026 22:27 IST
Netanyahu Expands Military Operations in Southern Lebanon
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced an escalation in military operations in southern Lebanon, stating that large forces are now active on the ground.

During a security cabinet meeting, Netanyahu explained that the military is securing strategic areas beyond the established demarcation line in Lebanon.

This move follows an April 16 ceasefire with Hezbollah and marks a significant expansion of Israeli control in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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