The Israel Defense Forces issues urgent evacuation orders for residents in 15 villages and towns across southern Lebanon. The directive covers areas including Tibnin, Khirbet Silm, and Qlawiyeh.

Residents return to southern Lebanon to find widespread destruction of homes and infrastructure as the Israeli military establishes a buffer zone along the border.

Residents returning to southern Lebanon report widespread destruction of homes and infrastructure, with reports indicating the Israeli military is establishing a buffer zone along the border.

Israeli military forces report neutralizing gunmen in southern Lebanon, citing a breach of ceasefire agreements and a direct threat to troops in the area.

The Israeli military reports that it has neutralized gunmen in southern Lebanon, stating the individuals breached ceasefire agreements and posed a threat to its forces.

IDF Division 146 reports the destruction of a Hezbollah underground route and weapons cache over the last 24 hours. Brigade 226 forces continue operations south of the front defense line to neutralize threats.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that Division 146 destroyed an underground tunnel and various weapons belonging to Hezbollah over the past 24 hours, while Brigade 226 continues operations south of the front defense line.

Israeli Chief of Staff says 2026 could bring further wars across multiple fronts, including Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria. The military expects operations to continue as it manages ongoing regional security threats.

Israeli Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi stated that 2026 could involve further military conflicts across multiple fronts, including the Gaza Strip, Lebanon, and Syria. Israel anticipates ongoing operations as it addresses regional security threats.