Israeli Military Chief Threatens Hezbollah With Strong Response
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir warned Hezbollah on Wednesday that any attempt to rebuild its capabilities or threaten northern Israeli communities would be met with a powerful response. During a visit to the northern border, Zamir stated the IDF would not permit Hezbollah to establish terror infrastructure. He also criticized the group's ties to Iran, saying its actions have harmed Lebanon, and affirmed the IDF's readiness to strike enemies.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir warned Hezbollah against rebuilding terror infrastructure near Israel's northern border.
- Zamir stated any threat to northern Israeli communities would elicit an immediate and powerful IDF response.
- The IDF will not allow Hezbollah to re-establish military capabilities threatening northern residents.
- Zamir criticized Hezbollah's ties to Iran, calling it an "Iranian proxy" that harmed Lebanon.
- The IDF is prepared to strike any enemy attempting to harm Israel, Zamir affirmed.
The Chief of Staff, Eyal Zamir, issued a stern warning to Hezbollah during a visit to the Northern Command and Division 91 on Wednesday, stating that the IDF will not allow the terrorist organization to rebuild its infrastructure or re-establish military capabilities threatening northern Israeli communities. "We will not allow Hezbollah to establish terror infrastructure in the area. Any attempt by the enemy to establish itself, strengthen, or threaten the northern communities will be met with an immediate and powerful response," Zamir declared during a situation assessment in the sector.
Zamir conducted the assessment at Division 91, toured the Al-Khiyam area in southern Lebanon, and met with brigade commanders operating in the division's sector. During the tour, he was briefed on the forces' operational capabilities, including an innovative model integrating robotic systems into combat operations. He explained that this model enhances operational effectiveness and strengthens the defense of IDF forces, emphasizing the IDF's commitment to establishing strong border defenses and ensuring the safety of northern residents.
Zamir also criticized Hezbollah for its ties to Iran, asserting that the organization's actions during the recent conflict have harmed Lebanon itself. "During the war, Hezbollah proved again that it is an Iranian proxy and not a 'Lebanese patriot.' Its actions have harmed the interests of the state of Lebanon and its citizens," Zamir said, adding, "The IDF is alert to developments in nearby and distant arenas and is prepared to strike any enemy that tries to harm us, as we have done in the past."
He concluded by stating that the Northern Command has been fighting Hezbollah for three years, damaging the organization and stripping it of many capabilities, and that the IDF is prepared to deepen these achievements if necessary.
