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STANDARD MILITARY UNVERIFIED

Israeli Chief of Staff approves continuation of military operations in southern Lebanon

Apr 09, 2026 02:43 PM CT Bint Jbeil, Lebanon Israel,Hezbollah,Lebanon,ground operations,military strategy

Summary

Israeli Chief of General Staff Eyal Zamir approved plans to continue military operations during a briefing near Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon. This development confirms the IDF's intent to sustain pressure on Hezbollah forces in the border region, indicating no immediate de-escalation in the northern front of the conflict.

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The briefing was held on the outskirts of the Lebanese settlement of Bint Jbeil, where Eyal Zamir discussed the progress of military operations with the military

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Israel NEUTRAL

Chief of General Staff Eyal Zamir approved the continuation of military operations in Lebanon.

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