Israeli Defense Minister Katz Orders Long-Term IDF Presence in Lebanon Security Zone
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 34 minutes ago
What happened
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Katz visited southern Lebanon, announcing Israel's intent to maintain a long-term military presence in security zones across Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza. He emphasized that this strategy, shaped after the October 7 attacks, aims to protect northern Israeli communities by controlling border areas and dismantling Hezbollah infrastructure. Katz confirmed ongoing IDF operations to prevent future threats and declared no plans to withdraw from these zones.
- 01Defense Minister Yoav Katz orders IDF to prepare for long-term deployment in Lebanon security zones.
- 02Israel will maintain military presence in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza security areas.
- 03Policy shaped by lessons from October 7 attacks to protect northern Israeli communities.
- 04IDF continues destroying Hezbollah tunnels and infrastructure in southern Lebanon.
- 05Katz emphasizes no withdrawal plans and ongoing efforts to prevent jihadist threats.
- 06Visit included briefings and direct talks with soldiers at Bofor Ridge overlooking northern Israel.
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