Netanyahu vows Israeli forces will target Hezbollah 'anywhere it's needed

On March 19, 2026, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the media during a press conference in Jerusalem, where he reaffirmed Israel's commitment to targeting Iran-backed Hezbollah.

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Netanyahu declared that Israel would continue to strike Hezbollah "wherever necessary", underscoring the country's determination to restore security to its northern residents.

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Through his personal X account, Netanyahu conveyed a clear message: Israel would retaliate against anyone who threatens its civilians, emphasizing that the nation would persist in hitting Hezbollah until security is fully restored.

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Israel's military announced that it was maintaining ground operations in southern Lebanon, where troops have been engaged in combat with Hezbollah since early March and occupying key positions.

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In a separate statement, the military revealed that it had launched overnight strikes on two crucial crossings used by Hezbollah terrorists and commanders to transport weapons, rockets, and launchers across the Litani River in Lebanon.

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The military also reported striking approximately 10 weapons storage facilities, launchers, and command centers belonging to the Lebanese armed group.

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According to the Lebanese health ministry, Israeli strikes on Wednesday resulted in over 200 fatalities and more than 1,000 injuries.

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The Lebanese prime minister's office announced that Thursday would be observed as a national day of mourning to honor the victims of the Israeli attacks, which targeted hundreds of innocent civilians.

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The prime minister ordered the closure of public administrations and the lowering of flags as a sign of respect for the martyrs and wounded.

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Hezbollah retaliated by firing rockets towards Israel, citing a violation of the US-Iran truce, which triggered multiple rounds of sirens in northern Israeli communities throughout the morning.

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The US and Iran had agreed to a two-week truce and negotiations on Wednesday, aiming to bring an end to the conflict that has claimed thousands of lives and sent the global economy into turmoil.