Lebanon
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Lebanon, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israeli Civilians Spotted After Spending a Day in Syrian Territory Near Golan Heights
Israeli civilians crossed into Syrian territory near the Golan Heights and were found after a day, with the IDF preventing further crossings and condemning the acts as dangerous a…
Hezbollah Warns Lebanese Army of Military Resistance to Disarmament Efforts Including in Beirut
The Lebanese army has begun deploying in southern border areas as part of a pilot agreement with Israel to clear Hezbollah weapons, but Hezbollah threatens military resistance inc…
Lebanese Army Deploys in First Pilot Zone as Israel Prepares Withdrawal from Second
The Lebanese army has deployed in the first pilot zone north of the Israeli security zone as part of a phased security handover agreement, with Israel preparing to withdraw from a…
IDF Prepares Withdrawal from Lebanon Pilot Zones Amid Concerns Over Lebanese Army's Hezbollah Readiness
The IDF is set to withdraw from pilot zones in Lebanon, handing over responsibility for remaining terrorist sites to the Lebanese army, amid Israeli concerns about the army's read…
IDF Arrests Over 60 Suspects and Seizes Weapons in Major West Bank Operation
The IDF conducted a major operation in the West Bank, arresting over 60 suspects and seizing weapons, drones, and bomb-making materials to prevent terrorist attacks. The campaign…
Rabbi Lebanon Hails New Kashrut Law as Revolutionary for Israel
Rabbi Elyakim Lebanon praised the Israeli Knesset's approval of a new Kashrut law, calling it a major achievement after over a decade of effort. He thanked key officials involved…
Israeli Religious Figures and Musicians Mark Milestones From Frontline to Wedding Celebrations
Israeli religious leaders, musicians, and youth movement instructors marked significant personal and communal milestones this week, including a frontline rabbi attending his daugh…
Israeli Minister Shikli Urges Right-Wing Unity to Avoid Electoral Defeat
Israeli Minister Amichai Shikli calls for strategic coordination among right-wing parties to prevent vote splitting and potential defeat in upcoming elections. He highlights gover…
Rabbi Yuval Sherlo Urges Inquiry Committee to Focus on Future Preparedness After October Massacre
Rabbi Yuval Sherlo calls on the inquiry committee investigating the October massacre to prioritize future preparedness over retrospective blame, emphasizing lessons for upcoming c…
Iran Warns Hezbollah to Prepare for Escalating Military Conflict in Lebanon
Iran has warned Hezbollah and its regional allies that the waiting period for conflict is ending, urging full military preparedness for a potentially broader and more intense conf…
Germany Proposes EU Military Force to Replace UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon
Germany has proposed an EU military force to replace the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, aiming to prevent a security vacuum after UNIFIL ends its nearly 50-year mission in 20…
IDF Conducts Multiple Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon Overnight and Morning
The IDF executed multiple airstrikes in southern Lebanon overnight and this morning, targeting villages in the Tyre and Nabatieh districts with fighter jets and drones.
IDF Overhauls Intelligence to Prevent Another October 7 Failure
In response to the October 7 intelligence failure, the IDF is executing a major reform that doubles intelligence officers in combat units, deploys forward intelligence centers, an…
Israeli Distillery Innovates Brandy Production Using Modular Technology Near Lebanon Border
Yinon Tamir, formerly of Apple, leads product development at Versatil Distillery near the Lebanon border, pioneering modular distillation and accelerated aging technologies. Despi…
Former Israeli National Security Chief Warns Hamas Is Rebuilding Like Hezbollah, Urges Stronger Action
Meir Ben-Shabbat warns Israel to prepare for Iranian retaliation and Hezbollah threats amid US-Iran tensions. He stresses maintaining security in Lebanon and Syria, preventing Ham…
IDF Conducts Airstrike in Southern Lebanon's Al-Mansouri Village
The Israeli Defense Forces conducted an airstrike in southern Lebanon's Al-Mansouri village overnight, according to Lebanese reports.
IDF Reports False Alarm Triggered Sirens in Kiryat Shmona Near Lebanon Border
The IDF reported that sirens in Kiryat Shmona were triggered by a false alarm linked to military operations near southern Lebanon.
Israeli Knesset Approves Extending Mandatory Military Service to 32 Months Amid Security Concerns
The Israeli Knesset approved extending mandatory military service to 32 months to address security shortages, with retroactive financial compensation for affected soldiers. The la…
Berla Krumbi Urges Right-Wing Activists to Mobilize for Crucial Israeli Elections
Berla Krumbi, leader of the Tekuma movement, called on right-wing activists to fully mobilize for Israel's upcoming elections, describing them as critical for preserving the Jewis…
Netanyahu Postpones US Visit Citing Senator Graham's Memorial Delay Amid Political Tensions
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed his US visit, officially due to the delayed memorial of Senator Lindsey Graham, but also amid political tensions with the U…
Netanyahu Unveils Security and Judicial Reform as Core Themes for Upcoming Election Campaign
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is shaping the Likud election campaign around two main themes: Israel’s security achievements since October 7 and the judicial reform debate. He…
Rabbi Yigal Levinstein Declares New Generation Will Transform Jewish Identity in Israel
Rabbi Yigal Levinstein of the Bnei David academy told the Tekuma Right Conference that a new generation is strengthening Jewish identity in Israel, linking Torah and nationalism…
Israeli Navy Crew Revisits Missile Ship That Fought Hezbollah 20 Years Ago
The Israeli Navy's missile ship INS Haruv, which fought Hezbollah during the 2006 Second Lebanon War, continues its mission 20 years later with new crew members but the same dedic…
Lebanon Reports Drone Strike in Southern Village of Mayfudun
Lebanese reports indicate a drone strike occurred in the southern village of Mayfudun, with details still emerging.
Former Qatari Emir Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani Dies, Leaving Complex Legacy for Israel and Middle East
Former Qatari Emir Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani died at 74, remembered for boosting Qatar's global role while supporting Hamas and Islamist groups, impacting Israeli security. His l…
Israel Detects Hezbollah's Escalating Arms Smuggling and Military Preparations on Northern Border
Israel has detected Hezbollah increasing arms smuggling through Iraq and Syria to Lebanon, including drones and missiles, while preparing its forces for potential escalation amid…
Survey Shows Democrats Party as Leading Voice for Secular-Liberal Left in Israel
A News 14 poll shows the Democrats party as the leading secular-liberal left representative in Israel, with strong public support for Gaza settlements and a Lebanon agreement, whi…
Israeli Police Chief and IDF Chief Strengthen Security Cooperation Amid Rising Challenges
Israel Police Commissioner Danny Levi and IDF Chief Eyal Zamir met on July 5, 2026, to strengthen cooperation between their forces amid security challenges. They committed to enha…
Netanyahu Defends IDF Hero Yosef Hadad, Criticizes Gadi Eizenkot Over Mansour Abbas Comparison
Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned Gadi Eizenkot for comparing IDF veteran Yosef Hadad to Mansour Abbas, calling Hadad an Israeli hero and Abbas a supporter of Hamas. Netanyahu ac…
Weekly Highlights From Israeli Haredi Community and Political Scenes Revealed by Zofnik
The weekly 'Zofnik' column reveals political shifts in a Haredi city council, health updates on a yeshiva supervisor, and cultural events within the Israeli Haredi community. It a…
Iran Warns Syrian Rebel Leader Against Attacking Hezbollah Amid US Pressure
Iran warns Syrian rebel leader Abu Muhammad al-Julani against attacking Hezbollah, threatening missile and drone strikes if he does so under US pressure.
Brig. Gen. Elad Tzuri Appointed Commander of IDF's 99th Brigade After Lebanon War Valor
Brigadier General Elad Tzuri, a decorated tank commander wounded in the Second Lebanon War, has taken command of the IDF's 99th Brigade. The ceremony was held in Netiv HaAsara wit…
Israeli Forces Intercept Large Iranian Arms Shipment to Hezbollah in Lebanon
Israeli and Syrian forces intercepted a large shipment of advanced Iranian weapons en route to Hezbollah in Lebanon, including anti-tank missiles and guided drones, preventing a s…
Knesset Moment of Emotion Highlights Neglected Public Needs Amid Political Maneuvering
A poignant moment in the Knesset saw opposition MK Naama Lazimi moved to tears over a failed public housing bill, briefly bridging political divides. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Net…
News14 Anchor Lital Shemesh Criticizes Channel 12 for Sympathy Report on Gazans in Europe
News14 anchor Lital Shemesh criticized Channel 12's report on Gazans living in Europe, accusing it of sympathizing with individuals she described as violent. The report, filmed in…
Israeli Airstrikes Kill Two in Southern Lebanon's Nabatiyeh Al-Fouqa Village
Israeli warplanes struck southern Lebanon's Nabatiyeh Al-Fouqa village, killing two people near the Ali Al-Taher ridge.
IDF Kills Hamas Terrorist Involved in Kidnapping of Colonel Asaf Hamami in Gaza
The IDF killed Hamas terrorist Hassam Shaafi in Gaza, who was involved in the 2021 kidnapping and killing of Colonel Asaf Hamami and his soldiers. This operation marks a significa…
Gadi Eizenkot Criticized for Misunderstanding Israel-US Strategy on Iran Regime Change
Gadi Eizenkot faces criticism for opposing Israel and the US's covert and economic campaign to destabilize Iran and promote regime change, with analysts accusing him of misunderst…
JD Vance Warns of Israeli Influence Campaign Against Him Amid US Political Tensions
US Vice President JD Vance accused Israeli government elements of running a covert campaign to undermine his political standing within the Republican Party. Vance, known for his "…
Israel Prepares for Possible Military Engagement Against Iran Under Three Scenarios
Israel is preparing for potential military involvement against Iran under three scenarios: a US request for joint strikes, detected Iranian attack plans, or a sudden missile and d…
Leading Israeli Politicians Launch Campaigns Amid Fact-Check on Key Policy Claims
As Israel's election campaign begins, leading politicians have launched aggressive campaigns. A fact-check of their key claims on security, judiciary, ultra-Orthodox conscription…
Israel-Lebanon Border Line Remains Temporary and Disputed After Century of Changes
The Israel-Lebanon border is a temporary and disputed line shaped by post-World War I agreements, the 1949 armistice, and the UN Blue Line, lacking permanent political recognition…
Israeli Forces Find Body in Minefield Near Lebanon Border, Investigation Underway
The Israeli military found a body tied to a stretcher in a minefield near the Lebanon border, suspected to be a Hezbollah militant. The incident is under investigation to determin…
Netanyahu Cancels US Trip After Senator Graham's Memorial Postponed
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu canceled his planned US visit this week after the memorial for Senator Lindsey Graham was postponed. Netanyahu had intended to meet President Tru…
Serbian Center Dusan Miljic Nears Signing with Hapoel Jerusalem Basketball Club
Serbian basketball center Dusan Miljic, a top EuroCup performer, is close to signing with Hapoel Jerusalem after playing in Romania and Lebanon. The club has reached a preliminary…
US House Rejects Bill to Cut Aid to Israel Amid Democratic Party Shift
The US House rejected a bill to end $3.3 billion in aid to Israel, but a majority of Democrats supported it, marking a notable shift in party attitudes. The vote reflects growing…
Israeli Defense Minister Affirms Commitment to Security Zones in Syria, Gaza, and Lebanon
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz told U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth that Israel will remain in security zones in Syria, Gaza, and Lebanon to protect its borders, reje…
Israeli Defense Minister Discusses US Military Actions in Iran with American Counterpart
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz spoke with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth about US military actions in Iran and regional security. Katz updated Hegseth on Israel's oper…