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Israel Prepares Ground Invasion Amid Rising Tensions with Hezbollah

3/25/2026

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As U.S. President Donald Trump contemplates winding down the war with Iran, Israel plans a ground invasion of southern Lebanon to establish a security zone against Hezbollah.
The escalation, announced by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, includes Hezbollah rockets into northern Israel, causing casualties and displacements.
Lebanon's government has called for direct talks with Israel, while Iran demands a ceasefire in Lebanon as part of any peace deal.

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As U.S. President Donald Trump contemplates winding down the war with Iran, Israel plans a ground invasion of southern Lebanon to establish a security zone against Hezbollah.
The escalation, announced by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, includes Hezbollah rockets into northern Israel, causing casualties and displacements.
Lebanon's government has called for direct talks with Israel, while Iran demands a ceasefire in Lebanon as part of any peace deal.