Israel Announces Continued Military Operations Against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that Israel will continue its attacks against Hezbollah, with a focus on the Litani region in southern Lebanon and other locations. This statement came amid ongoing cross-border tensions. Multiple reports confirmed the intent to sustain operations against the group.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu separately stated that Israel will continue to strike Hezbollah wherever necessary. The remarks underscore Israel's determination to counter Hezbollah activities. No specific timeline for escalation or de-escalation was provided in the statements.

conducted a large-scale airstrike operation against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, described by Israeli officials as the largest wave in the current conflict.

The strikes hit more than 100 command centers and military sites. BBC News reported that the operation involved 100 strikes in just 10 minutes. Earlier, on June 12, 2024, Israel launched strikes on Al-Mawasi in southern Gaza, an area previously designated as a safe zone.

The bombardment occurred by land, sea, and air, according to the official Palestinian news agency WAFA. CNN reported the incident as part of broader operations in the Israel-Hamas war.

17, 2024, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu disbanded the country's war cabinet.

The decision followed opposition leader Benny Gantz's withdrawal from the body just over a week prior. An Israeli official confirmed the disbandment to CNN. The move comes amid internal political pressures related to the ongoing conflicts.

Netanyahu's government has faced criticism over war strategies. No immediate replacement structure for the war cabinet was announced.

Presidential candidate JD Vance commented on Iran's role, stating it is bizarre for Iran to prolong the war to protect Lebanon, which he described as unrelated to Iran.