Israel's Defence Minister Orders Full Force Protection in Lebanon: Safeguarding Troops and Eliminating Threats
The Defence Minister of Israel, Israel Katz, has directed the military to use "full force" in Lebanon to protect Israeli soldiers from any threats, even during the ceasefire. The army has been instructed to act decisively on the ground and from the air to ensure the safety of troops. Any structures or roads that pose a danger to soldiers will be demolished, as stated by Katz during a function in the occupied West Bank.
Following the ceasefire, an armed terrorist was killed by Israeli troops for violating the ceasefire understandings and posing an immediate threat by crossing the Forward Defence Line. Katz emphasized the need to remove booby-trapped structures and roads that endanger soldiers. Houses in contact villages near the border, serving as Hezbollah terror outposts, will also be removed to safeguard Israeli communities.
In response to the killing of an Israeli soldier in southern Lebanon due to a booby-trapped building, Katz reiterated the plan to demolish houses along the border to establish a security zone in southern Lebanon. The campaign's main objective is the disarmament of Hezbollah and the elimination of threats to northern communities through a combination of military and diplomatic actions.
The Israeli army is investigating the authenticity of an image circulating on social media showing a soldier in south Lebanon allegedly hitting a statue of Jesus Christ with a hammer. The army spokesperson stated that such actions do not align with the IDF's values and behavior expected of soldiers. The incident will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate measures will be taken based on the findings.
In conclusion, Israel Katz's directive to use "full force" in Lebanon to protect Israeli soldiers from threats, even during the ceasefire, underscores the military's commitment to ensuring the safety of troops. The removal of booby-trapped structures and the disarmament of Hezbollah are key objectives in establishing security in southern Lebanon. The investigation into the alleged incident involving a soldier and a statue of Jesus Christ highlights the importance of upholding the IDF's values and standards of behavior.