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IDF says operations continue after ceasefire reports, blames Hezbollah for violation

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First reported by Ynet · Jun 19, 2026

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IDF spokesman Efi Defrin said Friday that Hezbollah violated a reported ceasefire by attacking forces in southern Lebanon. He said four fighters were killed overnight, more than 100 Hezbollah targets were struck, and the army will keep operating unless political leaders order otherwise.

01Defrin said Hezbollah breached the ceasefire by attacking IDF forces in southern Lebanon.
02Four fighters were killed overnight in fighting in southern Lebanon.
03The IDF said it has struck more than 100 Hezbollah targets and killed dozens of militants.
04Troops have full operational freedom to remove threats, according to Defrin.
05He said ceasefire decisions are for the political echelon, not the army.

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