Katz threatens to expand ground operations in Lebanon

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz threatened to expand military operations inside Lebanon, saying the army is prepared to advance into additional areas around Nabatieh and the Litani River if Hezbollah joins an Iranian attack on Israel. He affirmed that forces will remain in the 'security zone' until Hezbollah is disarmed.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz threatened to expand military operations inside Lebanon. Katz said the army is prepared to advance into additional areas around Nabatieh and the Litani River if Hezbollah joins an Iranian attack on Israel. Katz affirmed that Israeli forces will remain in what he described as a 'security zone' until Hezbollah is disarmed in Lebanon and the threat to northern towns is removed. He warned of a broad response to any gunfire or drones targeting Israeli towns. The article does not include any response from Hezbollah or the Lebanese government to these threats.