Israel strikes Lebanon in breach of ceasefire agreement

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Tuesday that the latest wave of Israeli air raids in Lebanon was meant to send a “clear message” to Hezbollah.

Katz claimed that the group was attempting to re-establish its assault capabilities through its elite Radwan Force, which has operated near the border. Katz offered no evidence and his comments could not be independently verified. 

Earlier in the day, the Israeli military said it had begun targeting positions in Lebanon’s Beqaa region. Israel has continued attacking Lebanon since a ceasefire agreement was reached last year with Hezbollah.