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Netanyahu: Israel Dismantling Hezbollah, Expands Northern Security Buffer

3/26/2026

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israeli Prime Minister) announced on March 26, 2026 that Israel is focused on dismantling Hezbollah.
He said military efforts are ongoing despite contrary reports.
Netanyahu claimed Israel has reduced Hezbollah's rocket threat and neutralized its ground invasion capabilities, establishing a security buffer beyond the Lebanese border.
He emphasized expanding the buffer to protect northern communities from anti-tank missiles and pledged funding for rebuilding in the Galilee.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israeli Prime Minister) announced on March 26, 2026 that Israel is focused on dismantling Hezbollah.
He said military efforts are ongoing despite contrary reports.
Netanyahu claimed Israel has reduced Hezbollah's rocket threat and neutralized its ground invasion capabilities, establishing a security buffer beyond the Lebanese border.
He emphasized expanding the buffer to protect northern communities from anti-tank missiles and pledged funding for rebuilding in the Galilee.