Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Apr 26) said Hezbollah's actions were putting the ceasefire with Lebanon at risk, as &nbsp;as he vowed to "vigorously" target the Iran-backed group. Addressing a weekly Cabinet meeting, Netanyahu said, "It must be understood that Hezbollah's violations are, in practice, dismantling the ceasefire."&nbsp;Israel reserves the right to respond to "planned, imminent or ongoing attacks," the Israeli President further said.&nbsp;The warning by Netanyahu comes after Israeli army claimed that Hezbollah launched 2 explosive-laden drones at IDF troops in south Lebanon overnight. The drones hit open areas, causing no injuries.&nbsp;Later &nbsp;in a statement the Israeli army said the attack is a “blatant violation of the ceasefire understandings by the Hezbollah terror organization."<h2>Multiple violations reported</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the IDF says it struck buildings used by Hezbollah in southern Lebanon overnight.Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend a ceasefire between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group by three weeks after talks at the White House on Thursday.&nbsp;After the talks, US President Donald Trump said the talks went “very well,” but acknowledged at an Oval Office gathering that “they do have Hezbollah to think about.”&nbsp;The Iranian-backed group has not been in favour of talks, and since the initial ceasefire went into effect last Friday, multiple violations have been reported from both the sides.The initial 10-day ceasefire had been due to expire Monday.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The warning by Netanyahu comes after Israeli army claimed that Hezbollah launched 2 explosive-laden drones at Israeli Defence Forces troops.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Apr 26) said Hezbollah's actions were putting the ceasefire with Lebanon at risk, as as he vowed to "vigorously" target the Iran-backed group. Addressing a weekly Cabinet meeting, Netanyahu said, "It must be understood that Hezbollah's violations are, in practice, dismantling the ceasefire." Israel reserves the right to respond to "planned, imminent or ongoing attacks," the Israeli President further said. The warning by Netanyahu comes after Israeli army claimed that Hezbollah launched 2 explosive-laden drones at IDF troops in south Lebanon overnight. The drones hit open areas, causing no injuries. Later in a statement the Israeli army said the attack is a “blatant violation of the ceasefire understandings by the Hezbollah terror organization." Multiple violations reported Meanwhile, the IDF says it struck buildings used by Hezbollah in southern Lebanon overnight. Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend a ceasefire between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group by three weeks after talks at the White House on Thursday. After the talks, US President Donald Trump said the talks went “very well,” but acknowledged at an Oval Office gathering that “they do have Hezbollah to think about.” The Iranian-backed group has not been in favour of talks, and since the initial ceasefire went into effect last Friday, multiple violations have been reported from both the sides. The initial 10-day ceasefire had been due to expire Monday.

The warning by Netanyahu comes after Israeli army claimed that Hezbollah launched 2 explosive-laden drones at Israeli Defence Forces troops.

'Hezbollah's violations dismantling the ceasefire," warns Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (April 26) ordered the military to strike Lebanon’s Hezbollah hard after the army reported a series of ceasefire violations, marking the first major escalation since a ceasefire reached between the two countries after weeks of intense cross-border strikes.&nbsp;In a brief statement, his office said the premier had directed the Israel Defence Forces to “forcefully attack Hezbollah targets in Lebanon” after accusing the Iran-backed group of breaching the truce that was extended earlier this week.&nbsp;Hours earlier, the military said it had “eliminated more than 15 terrorists in southern Lebanon”, including three who were travelling in a vehicle loaded with weapons.It also accused militants of launching explosive drones towards Israeli troops in the Qantara area. The drones detonated near the soldiers but caused no injuries.&nbsp;The army said troops also uncovered an anti-tank missile cache at a Hezbollah weapons storage facility, along with an underground shaft containing Kalashnikov rifles.&nbsp;These fresh strikes mark a major escalation in a fragile truce reached between Israel and Lebanon on April 16. The ceasefire, brokered with direct mediation by US President Donald Trump, was initially agreed for 10 days and later extended by three weeks to allow wider diplomatic talks.&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-can-call-anytime-trump-softens-rhetoric-after-araghchi-s-departure-prompting-us-envoys-to-cancel-pakistan-trip-1777136899412"> Iran can call ‘anytime’: Trump rules out war restart after Araghchi’s departure, prompts US envoys to cancel Pakistan trip</a>&nbsp;The truce is also linked to a parallel understanding between the United States and Tehran, with Iran insisting on a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel as a key condition for broader regional security talks and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.&nbsp;The timing of Netanyahu's orders becomes notable as it comes hours after the US President Donald Trump decided to call off the visit of American negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan at the last moment for talks with Tehran, minutes after Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi left Pakistan after wrapping up a diplomatic visit to Islamabad ahead of the expected arrival of the Washington delegation.&nbsp;However, Trump, signalling his willingness to continue negotiations with Tehran, said Iranian negotiators could call Washington "anytime they want" while confirming that calling off the visit did not automatically mean that war with Iran would resume despite the setback in peace efforts.

These strikes mark a major escalation in a fragile truce reached between Israel and Lebanon on April 16, brokered by US President Donald Trump. The ceasefire was initially agreed for 10 days and later extended by three weeks for wider talks.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (April 26) ordered the military to strike Lebanon’s Hezbollah hard after the army reported a series of ceasefire violations, marking the first major escalation since a ceasefire reached between the two countries after weeks of intense cross-border strikes. In a brief statement, his office said the premier had directed the Israel Defence Forces to “forcefully attack Hezbollah targets in Lebanon” after accusing the Iran-backed group of breaching the truce that was extended earlier this week. Hours earlier, the military said it had “eliminated more than 15 terrorists in southern Lebanon”, including three who were travelling in a vehicle loaded with weapons. It also accused militants of launching explosive drones towards Israeli troops in the Qantara area. The drones detonated near the soldiers but caused no injuries. The army said troops also uncovered an anti-tank missile cache at a Hezbollah weapons storage facility, along with an underground shaft containing Kalashnikov rifles. These fresh strikes mark a major escalation in a fragile truce reached between Israel and Lebanon on April 16. The ceasefire, brokered with direct mediation by US President Donald Trump, was initially agreed for 10 days and later extended by three weeks to allow wider diplomatic talks. Also Read: Iran can call ‘anytime’: Trump rules out war restart after Araghchi’s departure, prompts US envoys to cancel Pakistan trip The truce is also linked to a parallel understanding between the United States and Tehran, with Iran insisting on a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel as a key condition for broader regional security talks and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The timing of Netanyahu's orders becomes notable as it comes hours after the US President Donald Trump decided to call off the visit of American negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan at the last moment for talks with Tehran, minutes after Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi left Pakistan after wrapping up a diplomatic visit to Islamabad ahead of the expected arrival of the Washington delegation. However, Trump, signalling his willingness to continue negotiations with Tehran, said Iranian negotiators could call Washington "anytime they want" while confirming that calling off the visit did not automatically mean that war with Iran would resume despite the setback in peace efforts.

These strikes mark a major escalation in a fragile truce reached between Israel and Lebanon on April 16, brokered by US President Donald Trump. The ceasefire was initially agreed for 10 days and later extended by three weeks for wider talks.

Netanyahu orders action against Hezbollah after army reports ceasefire breaches

In a defiant stance that threatens the stability of the current regional ceasefire, senior Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah declared on Monday (Apr 20) that the group is committed to dismantling the Yellow Line buffer zone established by Israel in southern Lebanon. Speaking in an exclusive interview with news agency AFP, Fadlallah emphasised that the movement remains militarily intact and will not succumb to international or domestic pressure to disarm.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-warns-hezbollah-of-full-force-response-as-lebanon-tensions-rise-1776687300239/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-warns-hezbollah-of-full-force-response-as-lebanon-tensions-rise-1776687300239/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;The Yellow Line is a strategic defensive perimeter recently demarcated by the Israeli military following the ‘39-day war’ and has become a new flashpoint in the territorial dispute. Israel describes the zone as a necessary buffer to prevent cross-border incursions, but Hezbollah views it as an illegal occupation of Lebanese sovereignty. "We will bring down this Yellow Line through the resistance," Fadlallah told AFP. "The attempt by the Israeli army to establish a buffer zone, under the title of a defensive line, a yellow line, a green line, or a red line, all these lines will be broken. We will not accept any of them."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-remains-defiant-says-transferring-uranium-has-never-been-on-the-table-1776690652089">Iran remains defiant, says 'transferring uranium has never been on the table'</a>&nbsp;The MP’s comments signal a potential return to hostilities if Israeli forces remain entrenched in these designated zones. While Fadlallah noted that the group "wants the ceasefire to continue", he conditioned that peace on a total Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese soil.&nbsp;The interview also addressed the growing chorus of voices, both within the Lebanese parliament and among Western powers, calling for the implementation of UN Resolution 1701, which mandates the disarmament of non-state actors. Fadlallah was unequivocal in his dismissal of these demands.&nbsp;"No one in Lebanon or abroad will be able to disarm the resistance," he vowed, framing Hezbollah’s arsenal as the country’s primary defence against Israeli aggression.<h3>&nbsp;</h3>

Hezbollah MP Hassan Fadlallah vows to breach Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ buffer zone and rejects disarmament calls. Read the latest on the Lebanon ceasefire tensions.

In a defiant stance that threatens the stability of the current regional ceasefire, senior Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah declared on Monday (Apr 20) that the group is committed to dismantling the Yellow Line buffer zone established by Israel in southern Lebanon. Speaking in an exclusive interview with news agency AFP, Fadlallah emphasised that the movement remains militarily intact and will not succumb to international or domestic pressure to disarm. https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-warns-hezbollah-of-full-force-response-as-lebanon-tensions-rise-1776687300239/embed The Yellow Line is a strategic defensive perimeter recently demarcated by the Israeli military following the ‘39-day war’ and has become a new flashpoint in the territorial dispute. Israel describes the zone as a necessary buffer to prevent cross-border incursions, but Hezbollah views it as an illegal occupation of Lebanese sovereignty. "We will bring down this Yellow Line through the resistance," Fadlallah told AFP. "The attempt by the Israeli army to establish a buffer zone, under the title of a defensive line, a yellow line, a green line, or a red line, all these lines will be broken. We will not accept any of them." Also read: Iran remains defiant, says 'transferring uranium has never been on the table' The MP’s comments signal a potential return to hostilities if Israeli forces remain entrenched in these designated zones. While Fadlallah noted that the group "wants the ceasefire to continue", he conditioned that peace on a total Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese soil. The interview also addressed the growing chorus of voices, both within the Lebanese parliament and among Western powers, calling for the implementation of UN Resolution 1701, which mandates the disarmament of non-state actors. Fadlallah was unequivocal in his dismissal of these demands. "No one in Lebanon or abroad will be able to disarm the resistance," he vowed, framing Hezbollah’s arsenal as the country’s primary defence against Israeli aggression.

Hezbollah MP Hassan Fadlallah vows to breach Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ buffer zone and rejects disarmament calls. Read the latest on the Lebanon ceasefire tensions.

'Will not accept': Hezbollah vows to breach Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ and rejects disarmament

We are witnessing a quick unravelling of the Iran–Israel–US ceasefire, if at all one was envisaged. Both sides are ignoring core demands, with Israel's strikes in Lebanon and Iranian attacks on Gulf states. Disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is far from over. 

We are witnessing a quick unravelling of the Iran–Israel–US ceasefire, if at all one was envisaged. Both sides are ignoring core demands, with Israel's strikes in Lebanon and Iranian attacks on Gulf states. Disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is far from over.&nbsp;

No Iran war ceasefire: How truce is violated within hours, from Gulf states to Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz

The 'Axis of Resistance' refers to a network of Iran-aligned groups, including Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Houthis in Yemen, and militias in Iraq and Syria.

The 'Axis of Resistance' refers to a network of Iran-aligned groups, including Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Houthis in Yemen, and militias in Iraq and Syria.

Houthis vs Hezbollah: What sets them apart and how they fit into Iran’s axis of resistance?

Hezbollah has issued its first response on the reports of negotiation with Israel after tensions between the group and Benjamin Netanyahu-led nation escalated due to war in Iran. On Wednesday (Mar 25), Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem rejected any possibility of negotiation with Israel stating that it would mean “surrender” for Lebanon. This was in response of attempts made by the Lebanese president’s to start direct talks between the group and Israel. Qassem also urged the Lebanese government to reverse its ban on the group's military activities. Hezbollah stepped into the war between Iran, US and Israel after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It opened fire ​on Israel on March 2 in solidarity with Tehran, triggering an Israeli air and ground campaign in Lebanon.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-sends-15-point-plan-peace-plan-tehran-opens-hormuz-for-non-hostile-oil-vessels-no-nuclear-weapon-to-end-of-sanctions-1774403435419">No nuclear weapon to end of sanctions: Trump sends 15-point plan peace plan; Tehran opens Hormuz for 'non-hostile' oil vessels</a>&nbsp;In a televised speech read on his behalf, Naim Qassem said, “When negotiations with the Israeli enemy are proposed under fire, this is an imposition of surrender,” Qassem said, adding, that negotiations cannot happen ”with an enemy that occupies our land and carries out daily attacks.” Qassem called on the Lebanese people to embrace “national unity."&nbsp;<h2>Iran wants end of hostilities on Hezbollah</h2>This also comes as Iran in its guarantees to end the war included that Israel halts its strikes on Iran’s Lebanese proxy Hezbollah, the Wall Street Journal reported. Iran has told intermediaries that Lebanon must be included in any ceasefire agreement with ​the United States and Israel, six regional sources familiar with Iran's position told Reuters. Iran's Press TV also cited an Iranian official saying Tehran wanted any deal with the United States to secure an end to the war both on Iran and other "resistance groups" in the region. The ​six regional sources, who spoke to Reuters on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the matter, said Tehran ⁠had informed mediators as early as mid-March that it sought a deal that would also stop Israel's attacks on Hezbollah.&nbsp;&nbsp;Hezbollah ​was founded by Iran's Revolutionary Guards in 1982 and is widely seen as the spearhead of Iran's regional alliance of armed actors. The United States, meanwhile, in its demand has asked Iran to not support any armed group in the region. A senior Trump administration official told Reuters that ending Iran's "proxy activities" and disarming Hezbollah were “crucial to ensuring ​peace and stability in Lebanon and across the region.”<h2>Lebanese govt's stance on the matter</h2>Lebanese government has slammed Hezbollah for dragging the country into the war and has urged Israel to conduct negotiations. Lebanon's foreign ministry declared the appointed Iranian ambassador persona non grata. Hezbollah and other leading Shiite Muslim figures in the country condemned the move and said the envoy should stay. A foreign ​official in Beirut familiar with Hezbollah's position said the group hoped an Iran-backed truce would help it ​bolster its political position ⁠in Lebanon<h2>Trump's peace plan and Iran's stance&nbsp;</h2>Trump said a 15-point peace plan had been sent, including ceasefire terms and nuclear restrictions, to end the West Asia war, while also insisting Iran was willing to negotiate. He indicated that the the proposal begins with Iran agreeing to “not have a nuclear weapon,” while also hinting at a positive gesture from Tehran, describing it as a “very big present.” According to reports, the plan includes a proposed one-month ceasefire, ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and potential sanctions relief for Iran.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-clears-stance-on-trump-s-peace-plan-after-unleash-hell-threat-by-us-west-asia-war-1774483434830">Iran clears stance on Trump's peace plan after 'unleash hell' threat by US</a>&nbsp;Iran, meanwhile, said it is reviewing the US proposal to end the war but is not engaging in direct negotiations. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi did agree about the exchange of messages between US and Iran through mediators, but clarified that it “does not mean negotiations with the US," while also adding that ”speaking of negotiations now is an admission of defeat." Araghchi warned Iran would target American interests in the region if necessary. Military spokesman Ebrahim Zolfaqari mocked Washington’s claims of negotiations, rejecting any possibility of alignment. Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf also warned of strong retaliation against any hostile move.&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem rejected talks with Israel under fire as “surrender,” urging Lebanon to lift its ban on the group’s military wing. Iran demands Hezbollah’s inclusion in any ceasefire, linking a broader deal with the US and Israel to halting strikes on Lebanon.

Hezbollah has issued its first response on the reports of negotiation with Israel after tensions between the group and Benjamin Netanyahu-led nation escalated due to war in Iran. On Wednesday (Mar 25), Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem rejected any possibility of negotiation with Israel stating that it would mean “surrender” for Lebanon. This was in response of attempts made by the Lebanese president’s to start direct talks between the group and Israel. Qassem also urged the Lebanese government to reverse its ban on the group's military activities. Hezbollah stepped into the war between Iran, US and Israel after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It opened fire on Israel on March 2 in solidarity with Tehran, triggering an Israeli air and ground campaign in Lebanon. Also Read: No nuclear weapon to end of sanctions: Trump sends 15-point plan peace plan; Tehran opens Hormuz for 'non-hostile' oil vessels In a televised speech read on his behalf, Naim Qassem said, “When negotiations with the Israeli enemy are proposed under fire, this is an imposition of surrender,” Qassem said, adding, that negotiations cannot happen ”with an enemy that occupies our land and carries out daily attacks.” Qassem called on the Lebanese people to embrace “national unity." Iran wants end of hostilities on Hezbollah This also comes as Iran in its guarantees to end the war included that Israel halts its strikes on Iran’s Lebanese proxy Hezbollah, the Wall Street Journal reported. Iran has told intermediaries that Lebanon must be included in any ceasefire agreement with the United States and Israel, six regional sources familiar with Iran's position told Reuters. Iran's Press TV also cited an Iranian official saying Tehran wanted any deal with the United States to secure an end to the war both on Iran and other "resistance groups" in the region. The six regional sources, who spoke to Reuters on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the matter, said Tehran ⁠had informed mediators as early as mid-March that it sought a deal that would also stop Israel's attacks on Hezbollah. Hezbollah was founded by Iran's Revolutionary Guards in 1982 and is widely seen as the spearhead of Iran's regional alliance of armed actors. The United States, meanwhile, in its demand has asked Iran to not support any armed group in the region. A senior Trump administration official told Reuters that ending Iran's "proxy activities" and disarming Hezbollah were “crucial to ensuring peace and stability in Lebanon and across the region.” Lebanese govt's stance on the matter Lebanese government has slammed Hezbollah for dragging the country into the war and has urged Israel to conduct negotiations. Lebanon's foreign ministry declared the appointed Iranian ambassador persona non grata. Hezbollah and other leading Shiite Muslim figures in the country condemned the move and said the envoy should stay. A foreign official in Beirut familiar with Hezbollah's position said the group hoped an Iran-backed truce would help it bolster its political position ⁠in Lebanon Trump's peace plan and Iran's stance Trump said a 15-point peace plan had been sent, including ceasefire terms and nuclear restrictions, to end the West Asia war, while also insisting Iran was willing to negotiate. He indicated that the the proposal begins with Iran agreeing to “not have a nuclear weapon,” while also hinting at a positive gesture from Tehran, describing it as a “very big present.” According to reports, the plan includes a proposed one-month ceasefire, ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and potential sanctions relief for Iran. Also Read: Iran clears stance on Trump's peace plan after 'unleash hell' threat by US Iran, meanwhile, said it is reviewing the US proposal to end the war but is not engaging in direct negotiations. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi did agree about the exchange of messages between US and Iran through mediators, but clarified that it “does not mean negotiations with the US," while also adding that ”speaking of negotiations now is an admission of defeat." Araghchi warned Iran would target American interests in the region if necessary. Military spokesman Ebrahim Zolfaqari mocked Washington’s claims of negotiations, rejecting any possibility of alignment. Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf also warned of strong retaliation against any hostile move. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem rejected talks with Israel under fire as “surrender,” urging Lebanon to lift its ban on the group’s military wing. Iran demands Hezbollah’s inclusion in any ceasefire, linking a broader deal with the US and Israel to halting strikes on Lebanon.

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