Israeli Army Raises Readiness for War with Lebanon

The Israeli Broadcasting Authority reported today, Monday, that "the Israeli army has conducted exercises in recent weeks simulating a war on Lebanese territory." It added that "the exercises include combat scenarios, rapid troop movements, and establishing command posts." An Israeli army spokesperson announced today that reserve forces continue to increase their readiness for war on Lebanese lands. Israel and Hezbollah have been exchanging strikes daily across the border over the past months alongside the war in Gaza, with an escalation that has raised concerns about the expansion and evolution of the conflict into a broader regional war. Israel has hinted at launching a military operation on its northern front, stating that it seeks to restore calm along the border with Lebanon so that thousands of Israelis can return to the area without fear of rocket attacks.