Hezbollah fired a barrage of some 50 rockets at the northern city of Karmiel and its surrounding areas on Monday. Some of the rockets landed in the city and its surrounding while others were either intercepted or fell in unpopulated areas, the Israeli military said. Watch this report for more details!

Israel-Hezbollah War: IDF Says, 'Hezbollah Launched at Least 50 Rockets on Galilee'

In a shocking video, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) showed&nbsp;a tunnel “strategically” built under a cemetery in Lebanon, which the IDF troops dismantled later.

The Israeli military on Sunday (Nov 10) said it destroyed multiple underground tunnels used by Hezbollah members in Lebanon, including the one that was allegedly found under a cemetery.&nbsp;

The tunnel was a kilometre long with housed command and control rooms, as the video shows. It also featured sleeping quarters and weapon caches, as seen in an X post shared by the official handle of IDF.&nbsp;

"Hezbollah doesn't value human life -- dead or alive," the IDF said.&nbsp;

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The tunnel was reportedly sealed by pumping 4,500 cubic meters of concrete into it.

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Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah have been engaged in a full-blown war across the Lebanese border since the war in Gaza started after Hamas attacked Israeli towns on October 7 last year.

Since the cross-border ground assault into Lebanon in September this year, the Israeli military says it has found multiple tunnel shafts including one which was 25 metres long, as per IDF.

Last month also the IDF released a video of a tunnel allegedly used by Hezbollah members under a Lebanese civilian house and said it was "nothing like" the one built by Hamas members in Gaza.

In the video, an Israeli troop was seen showing a "hundred-metre" tunnel in south Lebanon with iron doors, "functioning" rooms, AK-47 rifles, a bedroom, a bathroom, a storage room of generators, water tanks and two-wheelers.

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"We are crossing the border into south Lebanon to see what Hezbollah has been doing in the villages of south Lebanon. Embedding itself underneath civilian houses preparing for an October 7-style attack on northern Israel," the Israeli soldier was heard saying in the clip.

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Radwan "terrorists could stay here for weeks," she said while referring to Iran-backed Hezbollah's elite units.

As per the officials, at least 41 people were killed in Lebanon in Israeli strikes across the country, including 23 in a raid north of the capital Beirut.

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In a shocking video, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) showed a tunnel “strategically” built under a cemetery in Lebanon, which the IDF troops dismantled later. The Israeli military on Sunday (Nov 10) said it destroyed multiple underground tunnels used by Hezbollah members in Lebanon, including the one that was allegedly found under a cemetery.

In a shocking video, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) showed a tunnel “strategically” built under a cemetery in Lebanon, which the IDF troops dismantled later. The Israeli military on Sunday (Nov 10) said it destroyed multiple underground tunnels used by Hezbollah members in Lebanon, including the one that was allegedly found under a cemetery. The tunnel was a kilometre long with housed command and control rooms, as the video shows. It also featured sleeping quarters and weapon caches, as seen in an X post shared by the official handle of IDF. "Hezbollah doesn't value human life -- dead or alive," the IDF said. ⭕️ Operational update from Lebanon: Multiple underground terrorist tunnels have been dismantled by our troops, including a tunnel that was strategically located under a cemetery. Hezbollah doesn’t value human life—dead or alive. pic.twitter.com/77Ry4bQk0V — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) November 10, 2024 × The tunnel was reportedly sealed by pumping 4,500 cubic meters of concrete into it. Also Read | Trump, Scholz discusses 'return of peace in Europe' amid Scholz's call for earlier German confidence vote Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah have been engaged in a full-blown war across the Lebanese border since the war in Gaza started after Hamas attacked Israeli towns on October 7 last year. Since the cross-border ground assault into Lebanon in September this year, the Israeli military says it has found multiple tunnel shafts including one which was 25 metres long, as per IDF. Last month also the IDF released a video of a tunnel allegedly used by Hezbollah members under a Lebanese civilian house and said it was "nothing like" the one built by Hamas members in Gaza. In the video, an Israeli troop was seen showing a "hundred-metre" tunnel in south Lebanon with iron doors, "functioning" rooms, AK-47 rifles, a bedroom, a bathroom, a storage room of generators, water tanks and two-wheelers. INSIDE LOOK into a Hezbollah terrorist tunnel in southern Lebanon: pic.twitter.com/h3ZastZHxC — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) October 15, 2024 × "We are crossing the border into south Lebanon to see what Hezbollah has been doing in the villages of south Lebanon. Embedding itself underneath civilian houses preparing for an October 7-style attack on northern Israel," the Israeli soldier was heard saying in the clip. Also Read | Russia and Ukraine exchange record drone strikes despite Trump-Putin call on de-escalation Radwan "terrorists could stay here for weeks," she said while referring to Iran-backed Hezbollah's elite units. As per the officials, at least 41 people were killed in Lebanon in Israeli strikes across the country, including 23 in a raid north of the capital Beirut. (With inputs from agencies)

Hezbollah tunnel found under cemetery with huge cache of weapons, rockets | Video

Israeli airstrikes have disrupted access to the Masnaa border crossing between Lebanon and Syria, further escalating tensions in the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict.

Israel-Hezbollah War: Israeli Strikes Disrupt Access To Masnaa Border Crossing

In the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict, Hezbollah has indicated a willingness to engage in "indirect" negotiations with Israel. While not seeking direct talks, the Lebanese militant group expressed openness to diplomatic channels through third parties, aiming to de-escalate tensions. This shift comes amid growing concerns over the impact of the war on regional stability, though the terms and conditions for such negotiations remain unclear. The move signals a potential opportunity for mediation, but both sides remain deeply entrenched in their positions.

Israel-Hezbollah War: Hezbollah Ready To 'Indirectly' Negotiate With Israel?

Israeli forces are continuing to expand their operations against the militant group with heavy airstrikes and increasing ground incursions into Lebanese territory. Watch this report for more details!

Israel-Hezbollah War: Israel Steps Up Offensive Against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israel-Hezbollah War: Israel Ramps Up Offensive Against Hezbollah in Bid to Gain Ground in Lebanon

Multiple explosions were reported in the southern suburbs of Beirut as Israel continues to intensify its strike against Hezbollah group. Watch this report to know more.

Israel-Hezbollah War: Hezbollah Chief Says Indirect Truce Talks Only Possible If Israel Stops Attack

Israel-Hezbollah War: Hezbollah Says Indirect Negotiations Possible

Hezbollah's leader on Wednesday (Nov. 6) announced that the outcome of the US presidential election would not affect any potential ceasefire agreement to end the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.

"We don't base our expectations for a halt of the aggression on political developments... Whether (Kamala) Harris wins or (Donald) Trump wins, it means nothing to us," he said in a recorded address given before Trump declared his victory.

"We have tens of thousands of trained resistance combatants prepared to engage in combat," Naim Qassem said during a speech commemorating 40 days since his predecessor's death.

Qassem further cautioned that no location in Israel would be considered "off-limits" for Hezbollah's attacks.

"What will stop this... war is the battlefield," he added, referencing ongoing clashes in southern Lebanon and Hezbollah's strikes on Israel.

This was Qassem's second address since being appointed Hezbollah’s secretary-general last week. He took over from the former leader, Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in a major Israeli airstrike on Hezbollah’s stronghold in southern Beirut.

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In a separate development, airstrikes hit areas in south Beirut on Wednesday, roughly an hour after Israel issued evacuation warnings for three regions in Hezbollah's main stronghold. One of the strikes caused a loud explosion that was heard across much of the capital, according to witnesses cited by AFP.

Israel's military spokesperson, Avichay Adraee, warned residents to leave the southern suburbs of Burj al-Barajneh, Laylaki, and Haret Hreik in a post on X.

"You are located near facilities and interests affiliated with Hezbollah, against which the (military) will act in the near future," Adraee stated as Naim Qassem’s speech was being broadcast.

Earlier on Wednesday, Lebanon’s official National News Agency reported Israeli airstrikes on the eastern Bekaa Valley and the southern city of Nabatiyeh.

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Hezbollah's leader on Wednesday (Nov. 6) announced that the outcome of the US presidential election would not affect any potential ceasefire agreement to end the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.

Hezbollah's leader on Wednesday (Nov. 6) announced that the outcome of the US presidential election would not affect any potential ceasefire agreement to end the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. "We don't base our expectations for a halt of the aggression on political developments... Whether (Kamala) Harris wins or (Donald) Trump wins, it means nothing to us," he said in a recorded address given before Trump declared his victory. "We have tens of thousands of trained resistance combatants prepared to engage in combat," Naim Qassem said during a speech commemorating 40 days since his predecessor's death. Qassem further cautioned that no location in Israel would be considered "off-limits" for Hezbollah's attacks. "What will stop this... war is the battlefield," he added, referencing ongoing clashes in southern Lebanon and Hezbollah's strikes on Israel. This was Qassem's second address since being appointed Hezbollah’s secretary-general last week. He took over from the former leader, Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in a major Israeli airstrike on Hezbollah’s stronghold in southern Beirut. Also read: India's Modi joins world leaders to congratulate Trump on his win in US polls In a separate development, airstrikes hit areas in south Beirut on Wednesday, roughly an hour after Israel issued evacuation warnings for three regions in Hezbollah's main stronghold. One of the strikes caused a loud explosion that was heard across much of the capital, according to witnesses cited by AFP. Israel's military spokesperson, Avichay Adraee, warned residents to leave the southern suburbs of Burj al-Barajneh, Laylaki, and Haret Hreik in a post on X. "You are located near facilities and interests affiliated with Hezbollah, against which the (military) will act in the near future," Adraee stated as Naim Qassem’s speech was being broadcast. Earlier on Wednesday, Lebanon’s official National News Agency reported Israeli airstrikes on the eastern Bekaa Valley and the southern city of Nabatiyeh. (With inputs from agencies)

'It means nothing to us': Hezbollah chief says ceasefire with Israel won’t depend on US election result

Lebanon's Hezbollah militants fired missiles at an Israeli military base near the country's main International Airport. It marked the first such attack in more than a month of war. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hezbollah War: Hezbollah Fires Missiles At Israeli Military Base

Israel's military said its air force struck the intelligence headquarters of Hezbollah's Syrian branch in a strike on Damascus on Monday, an attack a war monitor said killed two people.

It was a rare acknowledgement by Israeli authorities of an attack against Syria.

The military has intensified its strikes on targets in Syria since launching its war against Hezbollah in neighbouring Lebanon more than a month ago.

Warplanes "conducted an aerial operation and struck Hezbollah terror targets belonging to Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters in Syria", the military said in a statement.

The Syria branch "includes an independent intelligence gathering, coordination, and assessment network", the military said, adding that the attack aimed to degrade Hezbollah's intelligence capabilities.

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a Britain-based war monitor, said Israeli strikes killed two Hezbollah members near the Sayyeda Zeinab area south of Damascus, home to a Shiite sanctuary guarded by pro-Iran groups.

The strikes hit a house "used by members of Hezbollah and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard" at a farm, the Observatory said.

Syria's foreign ministry condemned the attack, saying it targeted "civilian areas" south of Damascus and caused significant material damage.

It did not refer to casualties.&nbsp;

Syrian state media said the strike occurred at approximately 5:18 pm (14:15 GMT) and came "from the direction of the occupied Golan Heights".

Mehdi Mahfouz, a 34-year-old resident of the area, said he "heard three successive explosions, one of which was very strong".

"Then I saw a large black cloud of smoke rising," Mahfouz added. &nbsp;

The blasts were heard in the neighbouring Jaramana suburb of Damascus, an AFP photographer said, as ambulances headed to the area.

Since the Syrian civil war began in 2011, Israel has carried out hundreds of strikes there, mainly targeting army positions and Iran-backed fighters including from Hezbollah.

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Israel's military said its air force struck the intelligence headquarters of Hezbollah's Syrian branch in a strike on Damascus on Monday, an attack a war monitor said killed two people.

Israel's military said its air force struck the intelligence headquarters of Hezbollah's Syrian branch in a strike on Damascus on Monday, an attack a war monitor said killed two people. It was a rare acknowledgement by Israeli authorities of an attack against Syria. The military has intensified its strikes on targets in Syria since launching its war against Hezbollah in neighbouring Lebanon more than a month ago. Warplanes "conducted an aerial operation and struck Hezbollah terror targets belonging to Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters in Syria", the military said in a statement. The Syria branch "includes an independent intelligence gathering, coordination, and assessment network", the military said, adding that the attack aimed to degrade Hezbollah's intelligence capabilities. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a Britain-based war monitor, said Israeli strikes killed two Hezbollah members near the Sayyeda Zeinab area south of Damascus, home to a Shiite sanctuary guarded by pro-Iran groups. The strikes hit a house "used by members of Hezbollah and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard" at a farm, the Observatory said. Syria's foreign ministry condemned the attack, saying it targeted "civilian areas" south of Damascus and caused significant material damage. It did not refer to casualties. Syrian state media said the strike occurred at approximately 5:18 pm (14:15 GMT) and came "from the direction of the occupied Golan Heights". Mehdi Mahfouz, a 34-year-old resident of the area, said he "heard three successive explosions, one of which was very strong". "Then I saw a large black cloud of smoke rising," Mahfouz added. The blasts were heard in the neighbouring Jaramana suburb of Damascus, an AFP photographer said, as ambulances headed to the area. Since the Syrian civil war began in 2011, Israel has carried out hundreds of strikes there, mainly targeting army positions and Iran-backed fighters including from Hezbollah. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

West Asia crisis: Israel says it struck Hezbollah intel HQ in Syria

The Israeli military announced on Monday (Nov 4) that it has 'eliminated' Abu Ali Rida, a Hezbollah commander, in an airstrike in southern Lebanon as the Israeli Air Force intensifies its attacks.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) posted on X, "The IAF struck and eliminated Abu Ali Rida, the Hezbollah commander of the Baraachit area in southern Lebanon. Abu Ali Rida was responsible for planning and executing rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF troops and oversaw the terrorist activities of Hezbollah operatives in the area."

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<h2>Who was Abu Ali Rida?</h2>

According to the Israeli military, Abu Ali Rida was the main person behind the planning and execution of rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF troops. He also led Hezbollah operations in the Baraachit area of southern Lebanon.

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The IDF further reported that Ahmed Al-Dalu, a member of the Islamic Jihad's Military Intelligence Unit in Gaza, was also killed. Al-Dalu took part in the October 7 attack on the Israeli community of Kfar Aza and was involved in planning attacks against Israeli citizens.

<h2>Background of the conflict</h2>

 
This conflict has escalated after nearly a year of rising tensions. Hezbollah has fired rockets into northern Israel, supporting Hamas. The current fighting began after a surprise attack on Israel on October 7 last year. 
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Since late September, Israeli forces have increased airstrikes on Hezbollah targets, resulting in the deaths of several key figures, including the former chief, Hassan Nasrallah. The military campaign shows the growing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in the region.

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The Israeli military announced on Monday (Nov 4) that it has 'eliminated' Abu Ali Rida, a Hezbollah commander, in an airstrike in southern Lebanon as the Israeli Air Force intensifies its attacks.

The Israeli military announced on Monday (Nov 4) that it has 'eliminated' Abu Ali Rida, a Hezbollah commander, in an airstrike in southern Lebanon as the Israeli Air Force intensifies its attacks. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) posted on X, "The IAF struck and eliminated Abu Ali Rida, the Hezbollah commander of the Baraachit area in southern Lebanon. Abu Ali Rida was responsible for planning and executing rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF troops and oversaw the terrorist activities of Hezbollah operatives in the area." 🔴ELIMINATED: 2 Terrorists on 2 Fronts 📍Lebanon: The IAF struck and eliminated Abu Ali Rida, the Hezbollah commander of the Baraachit area in southern Lebanon. Abu Ali Rida was responsible for planning and executing rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF troops and oversaw… pic.twitter.com/x6UvnmZ5ix — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) November 4, 2024 × Who was Abu Ali Rida? According to the Israeli military, Abu Ali Rida was the main person behind the planning and execution of rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF troops. He also led Hezbollah operations in the Baraachit area of southern Lebanon. Also read | Two Iranian military personnel die in plane crash during 'Martyrs of Security' exercise near Pakistan border The IDF further reported that Ahmed Al-Dalu, a member of the Islamic Jihad's Military Intelligence Unit in Gaza, was also killed. Al-Dalu took part in the October 7 attack on the Israeli community of Kfar Aza and was involved in planning attacks against Israeli citizens. Background of the conflict This conflict has escalated after nearly a year of rising tensions. Hezbollah has fired rockets into northern Israel, supporting Hamas. The current fighting began after a surprise attack on Israel on October 7 last year. Also read | AI Nostradamus predicts surprising outcomes for US elections with 'unforeseen' dark horse as 'kingmaker' Since late September, Israeli forces have increased airstrikes on Hezbollah targets, resulting in the deaths of several key figures, including the former chief, Hassan Nasrallah. The military campaign shows the growing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in the region. (With inputs from agencies)

Who was Abu Ali Rida? High-ranking Hezbollah commander 'eliminated' in Israeli airstrike

The Israeli army is stepping up strikes on the Lebanese capital Beirut's densely populated southern suburbs. According to the Lebanese Health Ministry, three people were killed in an air strike yesterday. WION brings you ground reports from the region.

Israel-Hezbollah War: WION Reports From Lebanon's Southern Region of Dahiyeh

Israeli Navy Commandos consisting of more than 25 soldiers claimed to carry out a landing operation on the Batroun coast in northern Lebanon and captured Imad Amhaz, a senior member of Hezbollah's naval force on November 2. The Israeli commandos arrived and departed in speedboats.

A special unit landed on Al-Batroun beach in northern Lebanon on Saturday, entered a nearby cabin, and abducted the alleged senior Hezbollah figure from its naval unit, said&nbsp;multiple news reports citing&nbsp;Arab media.

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Hezbollah condemned Israel’s actions in Batroun but did not confirm if Amhaz was one of their operatives.

However, Lebanon’s minister of public works and transport, Ali Hamie, told the local media that Amhaz was just a captain of civilian ships and a student at a civilian naval institute.

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Along with the operation to capture Amhaz, the Shayetet 13 was also deployed in southern Lebanon to carry out a raid on an underground Hezbollah compound filled with weapons.

Amhaz's arrest came the same day Israeli military claimed it killed a top Hezbollah commander Abu Ali Rida.&nbsp; 
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The IDF accused him of overseeing rocket and anti-tank missile attacks against Israeli forces in southern Lebanon. The military announced his killing without specifying the date on which he was killed.&nbsp;

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Rida "was responsible for planning and executing rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF (military) troops and oversaw the terrorist activities of Hezbollah operatives in the area", the military said in a statement.

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Israeli Navy Commandos consisting of more than 25 soldiers claimed to carry out a landing operation on the Batroun coast in northern Lebanon and captured Imad Amhaz, a senior member of Hezbollah's naval force on November 2.

Israeli Navy Commandos consisting of more than 25 soldiers claimed to carry out a landing operation on the Batroun coast in northern Lebanon and captured Imad Amhaz, a senior member of Hezbollah's naval force on November 2. The Israeli commandos arrived and departed in speedboats. A special unit landed on Al-Batroun beach in northern Lebanon on Saturday, entered a nearby cabin, and abducted the alleged senior Hezbollah figure from its naval unit, said multiple news reports citing Arab media. Also read | Israel officially notifies UN of termination of relations with palestinian relief agency UNRWA Hezbollah condemned Israel’s actions in Batroun but did not confirm if Amhaz was one of their operatives. However, Lebanon’s minister of public works and transport, Ali Hamie, told the local media that Amhaz was just a captain of civilian ships and a student at a civilian naval institute. Also read | Israel sends troops into Syria, detains alleged 'Iranian terror network operative' Along with the operation to capture Amhaz, the Shayetet 13 was also deployed in southern Lebanon to carry out a raid on an underground Hezbollah compound filled with weapons. Amhaz's arrest came the same day Israeli military claimed it killed a top Hezbollah commander Abu Ali Rida. The IDF accused him of overseeing rocket and anti-tank missile attacks against Israeli forces in southern Lebanon. The military announced his killing without specifying the date on which he was killed. Also read | Netanyahu vows ‘firm’ response to Hezbollah attacks; Iran says won’t leave Israeli aggression ‘unanswered’ Rida "was responsible for planning and executing rocket and anti-tank missile attacks on IDF (military) troops and oversaw the terrorist activities of Hezbollah operatives in the area", the military said in a statement. (With inputs from agencies)

IDF says elite Israeli commandos storm Lebanon beach to capture top Hezbollah official

The Israeli army is stepping up strikes on the Lebanese capital Beirut's densely populated southern suburbs. According to the Lebanese Health Ministry, three people were killed in an air strike yesterday. Watch this report to know more.

Israel-Hezbollah War: Despite Israeli Strikes, Beirut Airport Continues Operations

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged on Sunday to take a "firm" stand against Hezbollah's actions and to block any attempts by the group to rearm, according to a statement from his office, while visiting the northern border with Lebanon.

Addressing the soldiers stationed at the border, Netanyahu said, "I want to be clear: with or without an agreement, the key to restoring peace and security in the north, the key to bringing our northern residents back home safely, is first and foremost to push Hezbollah back beyond the Litani River, secondly to target any attempt to rearm, and thirdly to respond firmly to any action taken against us."

In a separate development, on Sunday, protesters in Tehran burned Israeli and US flags outside the former American embassy, commemorating the 1979 hostage crisis, a pivotal event in US-Iran relations. The US military announced on Saturday that American B-52 bombers had arrived in the Middle East as part of a military reinforcement to caution Iran.

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Meanwhile, Iran’s president commented on a possible ceasefire between its allies and Israel on Sunday, saying that it "could influence" Tehran’s reaction to recent Israeli attacks on Iranian military positions.

"If they (the Israelis) reconsider their behaviour, accept a ceasefire and stop massacring the oppressed and innocent people of the region, it could affect the intensity and type of our response," Masoud Pezeshkian stated, as reported by IRNA, Iran's state news agency. He said that Iran "will not leave unanswered any aggression against its sovereignty and security."

Israeli jets conducted strikes on October 26 in retaliation, according to Israel, for a missile barrage from Tehran on October 1. Iran, in turn, said its attack was in response to the killing of Iran-backed militant leaders and a commander from the Revolutionary Guards.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged on Sunday to take a "firm" stand against Hezbollah's actions and to block any attempts by the group to rearm, according to a statement from his office, while visiting the northern border with Lebanon.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged on Sunday to take a "firm" stand against Hezbollah's actions and to block any attempts by the group to rearm, according to a statement from his office, while visiting the northern border with Lebanon. Addressing the soldiers stationed at the border, Netanyahu said, "I want to be clear: with or without an agreement, the key to restoring peace and security in the north, the key to bringing our northern residents back home safely, is first and foremost to push Hezbollah back beyond the Litani River, secondly to target any attempt to rearm, and thirdly to respond firmly to any action taken against us." In a separate development, on Sunday, protesters in Tehran burned Israeli and US flags outside the former American embassy, commemorating the 1979 hostage crisis, a pivotal event in US-Iran relations. The US military announced on Saturday that American B-52 bombers had arrived in the Middle East as part of a military reinforcement to caution Iran. Also read: West Asia crisis: Israel captures senior Hezbollah operative in North Lebanon Meanwhile, Iran’s president commented on a possible ceasefire between its allies and Israel on Sunday, saying that it "could influence" Tehran’s reaction to recent Israeli attacks on Iranian military positions. "If they (the Israelis) reconsider their behaviour, accept a ceasefire and stop massacring the oppressed and innocent people of the region, it could affect the intensity and type of our response," Masoud Pezeshkian stated, as reported by IRNA, Iran's state news agency. He said that Iran "will not leave unanswered any aggression against its sovereignty and security." Israeli jets conducted strikes on October 26 in retaliation, according to Israel, for a missile barrage from Tehran on October 1. Iran, in turn, said its attack was in response to the killing of Iran-backed militant leaders and a commander from the Revolutionary Guards. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Netanyahu vows ‘firm’ response to Hezbollah attacks; Iran says won’t leave Israeli aggression ‘unanswered’

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Hezbollah's new chief Naim Qassem&nbsp;delivered his inaugural address on Wednesday (Oct 30), a day after he was appointed as the Lebanon-based group's secretary general.&nbsp;

In his first speech,&nbsp;Qassem said he would accept a ceasefire with Israel under 'conditions' but vowed to continue on the path of Sayyed Hassen Nasrallah, the former Hezbollah chief killed in an Israeli airstrike on September 27.

"My work programme is a continuation of the work programme of our leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah," Qassem announced.

The leader said in his address that the "Zionist regime" had committed "39,000 violations" against Lebanon.

He also accused Israel of seeking to build settlements in southern Lebanon.

Qassem claimed that both the US and the EU were partner in 'genocidal' crimes committed by Israel in Gaza and Lebanon.

"Israel plans to occupy Lebanon and build settlements in the Arab country, but Hezbollah stands in the way of the Israeli regime,"&nbsp;Qassem said.

Qassem added that the group was recovering after sustaining "painful" blows over the last months.

The Hezbollah leader warned that&nbsp;the Jewish nation would face severe consequences if its forces didn't withdraw from Lebanese soil urgently.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/temporary-appointment-israels-explosive-message-to-hezbollahs-new-chief-qassem-772055">Also read:&nbsp;‘Temporary appointment,’ Israel’s explosive message to Hezbollah’s new chief Qassem</a>

"Get out of our land to reduce your losses. If you stay, you will pay more than you have ever paid in your life," Qassem said in a pre-recorded speech, asserting Hezbollah could sustain fighting "for days, weeks and months".

<h2>Israel issues warning to&nbsp;Qassem&nbsp;</h2>

Meanwhile, in an explosive message to Naim Qassem, Israel’s Defence Minister Yoav Gallant Wednesday (Oct 30) warned that his appointment was “temporary” and not “for long.”

Gallant also posted a photo of the new leader, who was appointed on October 29 following the death of Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike on September 27.

The Israeli government also suggested that Qassem’s tenure may be brief, saying, “His tenure in this position may be the shortest in the history of this terrorist organisation if he follows in the footsteps of his predecessors.”

(With inputs from agencies)

Hezbollah's new chief Naim Qassem delivered his inaugural address on Wednesday (Oct 30), a day after he was appointed as the Lebanon-based group's secretary general.

Hezbollah's new chief Naim Qassem delivered his inaugural address on Wednesday (Oct 30), a day after he was appointed as the Lebanon-based group's secretary general. In his first speech, Qassem said he would accept a ceasefire with Israel under 'conditions' but vowed to continue on the path of Sayyed Hassen Nasrallah, the former Hezbollah chief killed in an Israeli airstrike on September 27. "My work programme is a continuation of the work programme of our leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah," Qassem announced. The leader said in his address that the "Zionist regime" had committed "39,000 violations" against Lebanon. He also accused Israel of seeking to build settlements in southern Lebanon. Qassem claimed that both the US and the EU were partner in 'genocidal' crimes committed by Israel in Gaza and Lebanon. "Israel plans to occupy Lebanon and build settlements in the Arab country, but Hezbollah stands in the way of the Israeli regime," Qassem said. Qassem added that the group was recovering after sustaining "painful" blows over the last months. The Hezbollah leader warned that the Jewish nation would face severe consequences if its forces didn't withdraw from Lebanese soil urgently. Also read: ‘Temporary appointment,’ Israel’s explosive message to Hezbollah’s new chief Qassem "Get out of our land to reduce your losses. If you stay, you will pay more than you have ever paid in your life," Qassem said in a pre-recorded speech, asserting Hezbollah could sustain fighting "for days, weeks and months". Israel issues warning to Qassem Meanwhile, in an explosive message to Naim Qassem, Israel’s Defence Minister Yoav Gallant Wednesday (Oct 30) warned that his appointment was “temporary” and not “for long.” Gallant also posted a photo of the new leader, who was appointed on October 29 following the death of Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike on September 27. The Israeli government also suggested that Qassem’s tenure may be brief, saying, “His tenure in this position may be the shortest in the history of this terrorist organisation if he follows in the footsteps of his predecessors.” (With inputs from agencies)

'Will accept truce with Israel under conditions,' Hezbollah's new chief Qassem delivers inaugural address

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