Israel’s Netanyahu, in south Lebanon, says threat of invasion by Hezbollah removed

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited troops in southern Lebanon on Sunday, where he stated that Israeli forces had removed the threat of an invasion by Hezbollah militants. Netanyahu made this announcement in a video released by his office, showing him with soldiers in the security zone. He acknowledged that the war continues, even within the security zone in Lebanon. The visit occurred two days before planned direct talks between officials from Lebanon, Israel, and the United States in Washington. The purpose of Netanyahu's visit was to address the ongoing security situation and reassure troops.