Israel has declared its intention to establish control over a substantial buffer zone within southern Lebanon. As reported by Gazeta Express on March 24, 2026, at 2:26 PM, Israeli forces will assume dominance over a significant area of southern Lebanon, a key component of their ongoing operation against Hezbollah. Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed this action, stating that troops would create a security zone stretching up to the Litani River, roughly 30 kilometers from the border between Lebanon and Israel.
The minister emphasized that residents displaced by this operation would not be allowed to return until the safety and security of northern Israel are fully assured. BBC news sources corroborate this information. Furthermore, five bridges, identified as being utilized by Hezbollah to transport terrorists and weaponry, have been deliberately destroyed.
This move follows a sharp escalation of violence. Hezbollah, supported by Iran, initiated a barrage of rockets targeting northern Israel in response to the assassination of Iran’s supreme leader. Simultaneously, Israel has continued near-daily attacks.
The situation remains highly volatile, with israel’s actions focused on exerting control in lebanon.
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Israel announced plans to establish a sizable security zone to the south of Lebanon.