Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened Hezbollah this week with an "intensive war" if it breaches a fragile Lebanon ceasefire, which on its second day is straining under pressure from both sides.
Hours before, the Israeli military said it struck a Hezbollah weapons facility in south Lebanon, where it said "terrorist activity was identified". Earlier it opened fire on people it said were in breach of the truce.
The ceasefire, which came into effect before dawn on Wednesday, seeks to end a war that has killed thousands in Lebanon and sparked mass displacements in both Lebanon and Israel.
"If necessary, I gave a directive to the [Israeli army]" to wage "an intensive war" in the event of any breach of the truce, Netanyahu said in an interview with Israeli broadcaster Channel 14.
Earlier, the Israeli military had said "terrorist activity was identified in a facility used by Hezbollah to store mid-range rockets in southern Lebanon", adding that "the threat was thwarted" by its air force.
Nazih Eid, mayor of Baysariyeh in south Lebanon, said a strike had hit an area of his town.
The deal to end the war in Lebanon was brokered by Israel's top ally the United States and France.
This story is from the November 30, 2024 edition of The Citizen.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the November 30, 2024 edition of The Citizen.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
What to consider when drawing up your will
A will is not all about divvying up your estate - there are some other important considerations that you need to think about.
Proteas are cruising
RICKELTON: IN MASSIVE STAND WITH BAVUMA AFTER A FEW EARLY JITTERS
Pirates out to slay Abidjan
Orlando Pirates will be looking to keep up their unbeaten run in the CAF Champions League group stage when they come up against Stade d'Abidjan at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto this afternoon (kick-off 6pm).
An 'emotional' Test for Pant
Rohit Sharma's omission from the fifth Australia Test yesterday was \"emotional\", wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant (above) said, as former India coach Ravi Shastri predicted the skipper will \"pull the plug\" on his red-ball career.
Bavuma hits back at WTC critics
Having secured their place in the World Test Championship (WTC) final to be battled out at Lord's in London in June, the Proteas have come in for some stinging criticism from fans and pundits around the world of cricket.
Lategan Makes Early Statement
DAKAR: South African Driver Captures Prologue
Kaizer Chiefs more than a 'project' Mr Nabi
I couldn't help but shake my head listening to Nasred-dine Nabi ranting about Kaizer Chiefs being a \"project\".
Ertugral takes charge of CT City's relegation fight
Kaizer Chiefs will be looking to add more misery to Cape Town City when the sides meet in a DStv Premiership clash at the Cape Town Stadium tomorrow (kick-off 5.45pm).
Sundowns Have 'Big Ambitions'
WILLIAMS: MASANDAWANA KEEP PUSHING BOUNDARIES
Greaterix to prove his ability
TALENT: HE IS BETTER THAN HIS DINGAANS RUN AND WILL ENJOY THE DROP TO 1400M
