The spokesman for the Israeli Armed Forces stated that “all options remain open” when asked about the possibility of a land operation in the Lebanonafter the opening of a new front of conflict for the country.
O Hezbollah launched six projectiles into northern Israel in the early hours of Monday morning, triggering intense violence in Beirut and southern Lebanon.
In a press conference this Monday (2), Brigadier General Effie Defrin stated: “We have mobilized approximately — dozens of battalions, brigades and divisions — positioned in and prepared for all scenarios, both defensive and offensive. All options are on the table. We are conducting continuous assessments of the situation. All possibilities remain open.”
According to Defrin, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) hit “dozens” of Hezbollah command centers and launch bases, in addition to targeting high-ranking commanders.
Since a ceasefire officially took effect in 2024, Israel has repeatedly attacked Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, accusing the group — backed by Iran — of violating the truce by rebuilding its forces and rearming.
But the IDF’s most recent attacks occur on a much larger scale.
“Hezbollah opened fire last night. We warned it. It will pay a heavy price. We are well prepared,” Defrin said.
What is happening?
The President of the United States, Donald Trumppromising to annihilate the country’s armed forces and destroy its nuclear program.
In an eight-minute video published on the Truth Social network, Trump accuses Iran of rejecting “all opportunities to renounce its own” and stated that the US “can’t take it anymore”. Israel also announced attacks against Iran.
Unlike the last time the US and Israel attacked Iran, in June 2025, these attacks began in broad daylight, in the early hours of this Saturday – the first day of the week in Iran – while millions of people were going to work or study.
And while the American attacks in June ended within hours, sources told CNN International that, this time, the North American armed forces are planning attacks for several days.
A CNN International had previously reported that , along with other key leaders.
Sources within the Iranian regime claim that, while .
In response, the Iranian regime launched an unprecedented wave of attacks across the Middle East, with explosions heard in several countries that host American military bases, including: the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan and Iraq.
