The IDF has approved plans to broaden its military campaign in northern Israel, following the targeting of more than 2,000 sites in Lebanon. Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said the fight against Hezbollah is still in its early stages and will continue until the threat is removed.

Zamir convened a high-level meeting with the General Staff, division commanders, and brigade leaders operating in the northern sector to review and authorize the next phase of operations. During the meeting, he praised commanders for their performance and for the gains achieved in recent weeks.

Speaking about the broader conflict, Zamir emphasized the connection between Iran and Hezbollah. “Iran is our primary focus, and the northern front is another central arena. They are interconnected. The Hezbollah terrorist organization is a central arm of the Iranian terror regime, and it made a grave mistake by choosing to join the war against Israel. This decision harms both the organization and the State of Lebanon as a whole.

“The message is clear: there is no safe place for the regime and its proxies. Any threat to the citizens of the State of Israel will be met with a determined, precise, and powerful response.”

He detailed recent operational achievements, noting that Israeli forces have struck over 2,000 targets, including dozens of weapons depots, and have eliminated hundreds of terrorists. “The campaign against Hezbollah has only begun – at the end of the campaign in Iran, Hezbollah will remain alone and isolated. This is a prolonged campaign, and we are prepared for it.”

Zamir said the military is now preparing to intensify both ground maneuvers and airstrikes according to an organized plan. “We will not stop until the threat is pushed away from the border and long-term security is ensured for the residents of the north. Alongside the strikes, the IDF is strengthening the forward defensive line in order to protect northern communities. We are prepared for a long campaign and will continue to act as required – both offensively and defensively – to ensure the long-term security of northern residents.”

{Matzav.com}