Israel’s military tells residents across southern Lebanon to leave as it fights Hezbollah
Summary
The Israeli military has told people in southern Lebanon to leave as it increases its attacks on the Hezbollah group there. Israeli forces have moved closer to the city of Nabatiyeh amid ongoing fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.Key Facts
- Israel warned residents in southern Lebanon to leave the area.
- The Israeli military said it would use strong force against Hezbollah.
- Israeli troops crossed the Litani River, approaching Nabatiyeh in southern Lebanon.
- The warning is the first since a ceasefire started on April 17.
- Israel and Hezbollah have carried out near-daily attacks against each other.
- Hezbollah claimed responsibility for attacks on Israeli troops and villages near the border.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the military will increase attacks in Lebanon.
- Lebanese and U.S. officials were scheduled to meet at the Pentagon to discuss the ceasefire.
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