Netanyahu Orders Complete Destruction of Hezbollah Infrastructure in Lebanon

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a directive to the Israeli military to completely dismantle all infrastructure associated with the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militia in Lebanon. The instruction signifies a hardening of Israel's stance against the group.

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This is the order: Do not leave anything behind.

"This is the order: Do not leave anything behind," Netanyahu stated during a visit with soldiers on Tuesday, according to an Israeli government release. He specifically referenced all assets, both above and below ground, including tunnels, that Hezbollah has utilized in its attacks against Israel.

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He referred to everything that Hezbollah has used in attacks against Israel, both on the ground and underground, for example, tunnels.

Netanyahu stressed the importance of immediate action should soldiers encounter any imminent and life-threatening danger. He also made it clear that Israel would not withdraw from border areas in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah is fully disarmed and no longer poses a threat to Israel's security.

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They must act immediately if they discover a life-threatening threat directed at them.

This directive follows recent actions by Israeli forces, who, after notifying the United States, reportedly destroyed an extensive Hezbollah tunnel network in southern Lebanon a few days prior. The prime minister's firm command underscores Israel's determination to neutralize Hezbollah's operational capabilities.

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He also ruled out withdrawal from the border areas in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah is completely disarmed and no longer poses a threat to Israel.