Israel Warns Lebanon: Disarm Hezbollah or Face New Offensive

Israeli officials warned on Sunday, November 2, that Hezbollah’s rearmament and missile smuggling from Syria pose an escalating threat, and signaled that a renewed offensive could target the group’s strongholds if Lebanon fails to enforce disarmament. The message, conveyed alongside reports of intensified Israeli airstrikes in recent weeks, underscored that Israel will not allow the rebuilding of terror infrastructure along the northern border or the reconstitution of rocket launch sites that endanger civilians.

The statements also referenced regional mediation efforts aimed at preventing further escalation on the northern front, with Egypt said to be engaging in shuttle diplomacy. Israeli leaders reiterated that any lull would be contingent on concrete steps to halt Hezbollah’s buildup and to maintain security for residents of the north. Military briefings highlighted recent targeted strikes that eliminated operatives tied to weapons transfers and the rebuilding of Radwan Force networks in southern Lebanon.

Officials added that international partners are monitoring Hezbollah’s stockpiles and manpower, and that Israel retains the right to act decisively if violations persist. The warnings reflect growing impatience with the pace of Lebanese governance reforms and enforcement, as well as concern that cross-border attacks could intensify without credible deterrence.

(INN/VFI News)

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