Title: Hoekstein Warns and the Party Responds

Informed political sources revealed to "Al-Markazia" that the American mediator Amos Hoekstein, during his recent visit to Lebanon, sent warning messages to Hezbollah regarding the dangers of taking any reckless action given the seriousness of the situation and the need to avoid any provocation on the eve of the Israeli elections. They indicated that if the party continues to escalate, the government of Yair Lapid will not remain idle but will respond for electoral considerations, potentially leading to significant tensions and confrontations that will not be limited to a mere retaliatory response. The sources recalled a series of warnings issued by Israeli government ministers to the party, including Avigdor Lieberman, who stated that if Hezbollah undertakes any military adventure against Karish, Israel will respond violently and "we will destroy the southern suburb." The sources added that Hezbollah's actions have remained within the framework of rhetorical escalation and positions, nothing more.