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Netanyahu Orders IDF to Prepare for 'Intensive War' in Lebanon if Hezbollah Violates Ceasefire

Nov 28, 2024, 07:22 PM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stern warning to Hezbollah, stating that he has instructed the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to prepare for an 'intensive war' in Lebanon should the ceasefire agreement be violated. This directive was communicated during an interview with Israeli Channel 14, where Netanyahu emphasized the readiness for a full-scale military engagement if the truce framework is breached. The ceasefire, agreed upon earlier in the week, aims to de-escalate tensions following over a year of rising conflicts and nearly two months of military incursions in Lebanon. The ceasefire is currently under strain, with both sides exerting pressure, highlighting the fragility of the agreement.