While the timing of any potential ground action remains fluid, Israel faces significant pressure from the United States to refrain from launching a major invasion. The scale and duration of any incursion remain unclear, with sources telling the WSJ it could range from a series of larger raids to a more sustained presence in Lebanese territory.
The IDF's 9900 Unit employs algorithms to sift through terabytes of visual data, identifying subtle changes that might indicate Hezbollah activities or infrastructure.
IDF launches precision strike on Beirut's Dahieh district.
Reports confirm that Nasrallah's remains have been identified and removed from the blast site.
IDF intercepts drone near strategic gas drilling platform in northern economic waters.
According to a French magazine, the critical information reportedly reached Israel mere hours before the Hezbollah chief was due to arrive at his headquarters in a fortified complex in the southern suburb of Beirut, enabling precise preparation for the operation.
Analysts say this could leave Israel feeling less threatened and put pressure on Iran to decide whether to respond directly.
Nabil Qaouk, who played a pivotal role in orchestrating attacks against Israel, was eliminated in an operation that underscores the expanding scope of the IDF's military actions in Lebanon.
According to ABC News, "border movements" into Lebanon to neutralize Hezbollah positions have either begun or are imminent, based on two US officials.
Hours after strike on Hezbollah HQ in Beirut's Dahiyah suburb and the ensuing optimism in Israel that Shiite organization's chief was taken out, the Israeli military announces: "Nasrallah will no longer be able to terrorize the world." Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received an update on the strike while briefing Israeli reporters traveling with him in his visit to New York, where just moments earlier he had delivered a fiery speech warning Iran and its proxies, including Hezbollah, that "if you strike us, we will strike you."