Israeli Forces Advance in Lebanon and Seize Land, as Hezbollah’s Fight Escalates

Israeli forces have advanced further into Lebanon, seizing land in an operation the military says is aimed at protecting Israeli border towns. The advance comes amid escalating clashes with Hezbollah fighters. The increased military activity has raised concerns that the Israeli government may be considering a broader ground war in Lebanon. The fighting is concentrated along the border region between Israel and Lebanon. The Israeli military cites the need to defend its northern communities from ongoing Hezbollah attacks as the reason for the expanded operation.