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Israel's military announced plans for an operation targeting Hezbollah crossing points along the Litani River in Lebanon, marking an escalation in cross-border military activity. The Litani River, roughly 30 kilometers north of Israel's border, has served as a strategic corridor for weapons smuggling and militant movements in the region. Such strikes would represent a deepening of Israeli operations beyond its immediate northern border and could further destabilize an already volatile front between Israel and the Iranian-backed militant group. The operation signals Israel's intent to disrupt Hezbollah's supply lines and operational capacity amid ongoing tensions in the region. The move comes as Israel has faced sustained rocket fire and military pressure from Hezbollah forces in Lebanon.
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