Israeli intelligence services have reported unusual activity by Hezbollah in several parts of Lebanon, while Tehran is urging vigilance and the defense of Lebanese sovereignty, highlighting the fragile balance in a region already on edge.
According to the Israeli daily Maariv, the Israeli army has observed intensified movements by Hezbollah fighters north of the Litani River, in the Bekaa Valley, and near Beirut’s southern suburbs. Analysts suggest the Iran-backed group is working to rebuild its elite Radwan force, partly destroyed by previous Israeli strikes, and to recover weapons hidden in damaged caches.
Maariv reports that Hezbollah appears to be following a “two-pronged strategy”, restoring military capabilities while avoiding direct confrontation, a cautious approach aimed at reestablishing deterrence without sparking open conflict.
In Jerusalem, officials are on high alert, warning that a repeat of an October 7-style attack on the northern border must be prevented. Opposition voices in Israel are calling for maximum preparedness against what they describe as a reorganized and strengthened Hezbollah.
Meanwhile, Tehran condemned what it calls Israel’s “unjustified threats” and U.S. interference, emphasizing that “Lebanon, as a sovereign and independent state, has the right to defend itself.” Observers note the irony, given Iran’s long-standing military and political influence in Lebanon, which has limited Beirut’s autonomy.
Hezbollah has reportedly reorganized its forces, reinforced logistical networks, and strengthened its presence north of the Litani, while the Lebanese state remains largely sidelined. On the ground, the calm is fragile, with any incident potentially triggering a wider confrontation between Israel and Hezbollah in an already volatile region.
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