Summary
Israel's defense minister announced that Israel will set up a buffer zone in southern Lebanon and maintain security control over it after the conflict with Hezbollah ends. This zone will extend up to the Litani River, and Israel plans to demolish houses in Lebanese villages near the border. The military actions began after tensions escalated due to missile exchanges and have led to many casualties and displacements.
Key Facts
- Israel will establish a buffer zone in southern Lebanon, extending up to the Litani River.
- The buffer zone will remain under Israeli control after the war with Hezbollah ends.
- Israeli authorities plan to demolish Lebanese homes near the border to increase security.
- The conflict began after Hezbollah launched rockets into Israel, retaliating for the assassination of Iran's supreme leader.
- Since early March, 1,238 people in Lebanon have died, including 124 children.
- The conflict has displaced over a million people in Lebanon.
- Israeli officials aim to protect northern Israel from Hezbollah attacks.
- 10 Israeli soldiers and 2 Israeli civilians have died from Hezbollah attacks.
