The Chief of Staff of the Israeli army, Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, stated on Wednesday that the military is preparing to expand its ground operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, signaling potential escalation in the ongoing conflict. 

According to a statement provided by the Israeli army, Halevi noted during an assessment meeting that “we must continue formulating plans for the continuation of the fighting, including expanding and deepening the ground offensive alongside diplomatic efforts to reach agreements in Lebanon.”

He indicated that these expanded operations would be implemented as necessary.

The Israeli military, he added, continues to strike Hezbollah targets according to plan, targeting key areas such as southern Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley, Beirut, and even parts of Syria, where Hezbollah has a known presence."