Israel declares South Lebanon combat zone

Israel>>> has declared all areas south of Lebanon>>>'s Zahrani River as 'combat zones' and urged residents to evacuate, signaling a significant escalation in its military operations against Hezbollah>>>. This move follows an April 17 ceasefire and comes amidst broad Israeli raids on southern and eastern Lebanon>>>, targeting Hezbollah>>> command centers and infrastructure. Hezbollah>>> has responded with clashes against Israeli forces and drone attacks. The conflict has resulted in a rising death toll in Lebanon>>> and the displacement of over 1.2 million people. Talks are scheduled between Lebanese and Israeli military delegations at the Pentagon, with Lebanon>>> emphasizing the need for a ceasefire and a state weapons monopoly. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu>>> has stated the necessity for further action to protect northern Israeli communities. The situation is further complicated by the ongoing Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha.