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US Pressure Leads Israel to Tighten Fire Rules in Lebanon
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57% centerFirst reported by Maariv · 6 days ago
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What happened
Army Radio reported that Israel has drastically reduced strikes in southern Lebanon after a new, stricter fire policy took effect. The rules now require higher-level approval, and officers say the change limits operations against Hezbollah and endangers troops.
- 01Army Radio said Israel sharply cut strikes in southern Lebanon last week.
- 02Some strikes now need approval from the chief of staff or the political echelon.
- 03Northern Command was told to nearly stop fire in southern Lebanon.
- 04Officers said the limits hurt efforts against Hezbollah and protection of ground troops.
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Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew5 days ago
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