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Categories: POLITICS · INTERNATIONAL
Israel-Hezbollah conflict in southern Lebanon
Entities: 81st anniversary of the Lebanese Army · General Rudolphe Heikal · Lebanese Army · Hezbollah · Kfir Brigade
Overview
On 29 July 2026 Israel’s chief of staff Iy al‑Zamir warned the fight against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon was far from over, noting Israeli forces had seized several areas, were clearing what he called terrorist infrastructure, and would not withdraw until long‑term security was assured, hinting at possible expansion onto other fronts.
The following day, Lebanese Army commander General Rudolf Heikal said the Lebanese forces were ready to move into all parts of southern Lebanon once Israeli troops withdrew, emphasizing ongoing border‑monitoring, anti‑terrorism and anti‑smuggling missions and calling for greater capabilities through regional cooperation despite limited resources and continued Israeli violations.
On 30 July, speaking on the Lebanese army’s 81st anniversary, Heikal reiterated this readiness, stating the army would deploy across any southern areas vacated by Israeli forces and warning that ongoing Israeli attacks hinder the army’s mission and the safe return of residents. He outlined the army’s duties—securing northern and eastern land borders, monitoring maritime borders, and combating terrorism, organised crime, drug trafficking and smuggling—and urged stronger regional support and cooperation, while acknowledging resource constraints.
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [● 4 SOURCES] General Rudolphe Heikal said the Lebanese army is ready to deploy in all areas vacated by Israeli forces. (Heikal’s 81st‑anniversary speech)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The speech was delivered on the occasion of the Lebanese army’s 81st anniversary (August 1). (Heikal’s address to troops)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Lebanese army continues tasks of securing northern/eastern land borders, monitoring maritime borders, and fighting terrorism, organized crime, drug trafficking and smuggling. (Heikal’s speech)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Heikal described support for the army as an investment in Lebanon’s stability and regional security. (Heikal’s speech)
- [● 4 SOURCES] He emphasized the need to strengthen the army’s capabilities and cooperate with friendly nations. (Heikal’s speech)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The army aims to ensure the safe return of residents to their villages in southern Lebanon. (Heikal’s speech)
- [● 4 SOURCES] He declared that the Lebanese army will remain the guarantor of internal security and will not allow destabilisation or sectarian conflict. (Heikal’s speech)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Heikal said ongoing Israeli attacks and violations are hindering the army’s deployment in southern Lebanon. (Heikal’s 81st‑anniversary speech)
Timeline
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1 day ago
[POLITICS] 5 sourcesLebanese army readies southward deployment as Israeli forces withdrawLebanese army chief Rudolphe Heikal says forces are ready to deploy south as Israeli troops withdraw, but ongoing Israeli attacks hinder the mission; he stresses border security duties and calls support an aid‑
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2 days ago
[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesIsraeli Chief of Staff Says Battle Unfinished, Threatens Wider Operations in Southern LebanonIsrael’s chief of staff Iy al‑Zamir said the battle with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon is ongoing and warned that Israeli forces may broaden their operations to secure long‑term safety.
Sources
almanar.com.lb · alqudsnews.net · alwakeelnews.com · elaosboa.com · french.almanar.com.lb · prensa-latina.cu · spanish.almanar.com.lb
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