Overview
- The Israel Defense Forces announced a new wave of strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, citing violations of the ceasefire.
- Israeli public broadcaster Kan reported that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told ministers President Donald Trump approved a potential operation in Lebanon to force Hezbollah’s disarmament.
- Lebanon’s information minister said the army will begin the second stage of disarming illegal armed groups north of the Litani River in February.
- The Israeli prime minister’s office called Beirut’s efforts an encouraging start but far from sufficient, alleging Hezbollah is rebuilding with Iranian support.
- President Joseph Aoun said Israel’s hold on five strategic border heights is delaying full army deployment, as a five-party panel met in Ras al-Naqoura to coordinate the transition to the next phase.