'Israeli' troops push north of Litani River amid escalating operations in southern Lebanon
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- 'Israeli' troops push north of Litani River in Lebanon, escalating strikes near Nabatieh and expanding beyond the declared “yellow security zone,” reports say.
'Israeli' forces have significantly expanded military operations in southern Lebanon, pushing north of the Litani River in what appears to be one of the most pronounced escalations in the area in recent days.
The advance is focused in eastern and southeastern areas near the city of Nabatieh, with 'Israeli' forces moving toward the towns of Zawtar al-Sharqiyah, Mayfadoun, and Zawtar al-Gharbiyah. These locations lie just southeast of Nabatieh, the second-largest city in southern Lebanon.
The push north of the Litani River has been underway for several days, but activity intensified over the past 24 hours, with a marked increase in strikes and ground movements in the targeted areas. Military analysts suggest the operation may be aimed at disrupting Hezbollah defensive depth, including its second and third lines of defense, while also attempting to isolate the western Bekaa Valley from southern Lebanon.
The current operations represent a notable expansion beyond the 'Israeli'-declared “yellow security zone,” which extends roughly 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) into Lebanese territory. The escalation has prompted growing displacement, with civilians reportedly fleeing affected areas as strikes intensify.
Despite the scale of the advance, it remains unclear how far 'Israeli' forces intend to proceed or whether the push north of the Litani River signals a broader shift in operational objectives.
