Israel-Lebanon border

Smotrich calls for annexation of southern Lebanon as IDF strikes Lebanese bridges, homes

The comments by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich were the most explicit yet by a senior Israeli official on seizing Lebanese territory in a fight Israel says targets Iran-backed Hezbollah militants.

Bezalel Smotrich speaks to the press on March 23, 2026.
 Moshe Davidovich at the border with Lebanon.

Iran missiles, Hezbollah drones renew fear for residents along Israel’s northern border

A war between Israel and Lebanon (illustrative)

French proposal for Israel-Lebanon peace agreement includes recognition of Israel - report

 SOLDIERS ARRIVE at the scene where a missile fired from Lebanon struck a home in Kiryat Shmona last November.

'We can't hold out much longer': Kiryat Shmona mayor speaks on persistent Hezbollah border threat


IDF will stay on offensive against Hezbollah, division cmdr. reassures Lebanon border mayors

IDF 91st Division commander Brig.-Gen. Yuval Gaz talked with a group of leaders from the northern border region, assuring them that the military's plans are to keep on the attack against Hezbollah.

The IDF’s exercise to enhance operational readiness along the Lebanon border, October 23, 2025

UNIFIL claims IDF drones carried 'unidentified object' near peacekeepers, violating ceasefire

The peacekeeping force further noted that no injuries were reported and that the patrol was able to continue.

 UNIFIL PEACEKEEPERS look out at the Lebanese-Israeli border, from the roof of a watchtower ‏in the town of Marwahin, in southern Lebanon, on Saturday.

IDF deploys soldiers, tank, attack helicopter to remove threat from Israel-Lebanon border

According to the military, activity in the area is currently ongoing and it is in contact with with the relevant authorities to provide updates on the situation as it develops. 

IDF reserve soldiers take part in a surprise military drill in northern Israel along the border with Lebanon and Syria, a day after Hezbollah's chief of staff, Haytham Ali Tabatabai's assassination, Golan Heights, November 24, 2025

IDF conducts second strike in 24 hours on southern Lebanon, killing terrorist drone operator

The Thursday strike, per the IDF, was in response to "Hezbollah's continued violations of the ceasefire understandings."

Lebanese army soldiers and paramedics inspect the wreckage of a car that was targeted in an Israeli airstrike in the town of Qanarit, near the coastal city of Sidon in southern Lebanon on January 8, 2026.

Israel sees record-breaking number of rabies cases in 2025

In 2025, 102 animals were recorded as infected with rabies, setting a new record, whereas in 2024, only 55 cases were recorded. The previous record-holding year, 2017, only had 74 cases.

 A jackal is seen at Hayarkon Park in Tel Aviv, on September 03, 2022.

Will Israel's new talks with Lebanon prevent another war with Hezbollah? - analysis

Lebanon will need to see if it can move forward with disarming Hezbollah. Israel may also need to explain what it means by “disarmament.”

Lebanese army members stand on a military vehicle during a Lebanese army media tour, near the border with Israel, southern Lebanon, November 28, 2025

Families, newcomers begin rebuilding Kibbutz Manara after devastation on Lebanon border - interview

Rebuilding in Manara, along with Tozeret Haaretz's comprehensive efforts to expand the community and attract new families, reflects a broader trend visible across Israel's periphery.

 Life in Manara.

Lebanon faces crucial crossroads as Hezbollah rejects disarmament - analysis

Lebanon faces a critical moment as diplomatic efforts intensify to disarm Hezbollah and prevent escalation with Israel.

Hezbollah supporters gather to attend a ceremony to honour fighters killed in the recent escalation with Israel, to watch Lebanon's Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah's address, in Beirut's southern suburbs, Lebanon November 3, 2023

IDF Brig.-Gen. reassures northern communities after Lebanese civilians approach Israeli border

Lebanese individuals, allegedly civilians, were seen approaching up to 80 meters from the border with Israel.

Hezbollah supporters hold images of late former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and current leader Naim Qassem at a ceremony held by Hezbollah to commemorate the first anniversary of Hassan Nasrallah's killing by Israel, on the outskirts of Beirut, Lebanon, September 27, 2025.

Returning to the northern border: Rebuilding homes and hopes - opinion

Every house in Metula was damaged. 'Do you live here?' I ask a teenager. 'Well, technically; my house got blown up,' he replies casually. Some residents can’t return home without major repairs.

 Hezbollah rocket hit Metulla house, northern Israel, December 9, 2024.