- Israel is preparing for a possible resumption of war with Iran. Officials warn of serious signs that Tehran may be considering renewed hostilities. A political source says the Iranian regime may see a return to war as its only way out, while Defense Minister Israel Katz holds a situation assessment with IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and senior defense officials.
-IDF: A short while ago, fire was identified toward IDF troops operating east of the Yellow Line in the northern Gaza Strip. No IDF injuries were reported. The IDF struck in the area.
This constitutes a blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip. The IDF views with severity the attempts by the terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip to advance and execute attacks against IDF troops operating in the area.
- IDF announces: Our forces have achieved operational control over the Ali Tahr ridge, both above and below ground, and have cleared the area of Hezbollah terrorists. Some of the terrorists were killed, while others fled the area.
- PM Netanyahu before the IDF General Staff Forum: "I am convinced of our ability to topple the Iranian regime. This is the central mission, and it is close."
- Vance on Iran: "I wouldn't call it a war. Right now, there is no active shooting. I recognize there have been places where this has flared up. Major combat operations lasted about six weeks. You're asking me a question, like, when will the Iranians stop shooting at ships? I think the reality is, I don't know the answer to that question... You would have to ask the Iranians
- IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said the military must expand its personnel pool, force structure, and advanced capabilities to meet growing missions. He said that since 7 October, Israel has fundamentally changed its security doctrine from containment to eliminating threats in advance.
Lebanese Reports: IDF Strikes Southern Lebanon: Lebanese media reported Israeli strikes in Al-Mansouri near Tyre and in the Ali Taher ridge area.
Trump Denies Reports of US Ammo shortage
Trump: For the treasonous SCUM that refuses to accurately report on our Military Operation in Iran, we have virtually unlimited amounts of Mid to High Grade Ammunition, far more than we could ever use for this, or for any other War (which is highly unlikely!), that could improbably take place. In addition, we are producing Munitions at levels never seen before. We are stockpiling and preparing for any contingency that could happen. We are taking them for ourselves, the U.S.A., rather than selling them to others, but the sales to Allies will soon again, begin. Also, please let it be known, that the Biden Administration gave far more Munitions away to Ukraine, at no cost to them, whatsoever, than we have used in Iran. Hundreds of Billions of Dollars was given to Ukraine and NATO, free of charge, that Europe would have paid for — If they were only asked, but we will be asking for that money, though somewhat belatedly! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP"