The IDF spokesperson issued a statement to the press after a serious overnight incident in southern Lebanon in which four soldiers were killed. He said the military operations in the area would continue as long as necessary.
According to his remarks, the IDF will not allow threats against Israel to stand. He stressed that forces on the ground have full freedom of action and that the instructions to troops have not changed.
The statement came shortly after the deadly event, which prompted the public briefing. The military did not indicate any change in its operational approach following the casualties.