Defense Minister Yoav Gallant led a crucial situational assessment with the 98th Division at the northern border, emphasizing the need to enter the next phase of the ongoing war. The Defense Ministry reported ongoing operational activity in southern Lebanon, highlighting the progress made by the IDF in the conflict.
Gallant expressed the shift from defeating the enemy in contact villages to a focus on destruction—targeting tunnels, ammunition depots, and dismantling Hezbollah. He also mentioned the captured Hezbollah terrorists disclosing the fear within the group during interrogations.
Additionally, Gallant emphasized the IDF’s strong capabilities and determination in battling Hezbollah, leading to a sense of fear within the group. The IDF’s successful operations in Lebanon, including eliminating terrorists, destroying weapons, and targeting military structures, were highlighted to showcase the progress made in the conflict.
Gallant reaffirmed the commitment to ensuring the safety of residents in Israel’s North and discussed future tasks the IDF is preparing for in the operation.