Israel plans imminent ground assault on Hezbollah in Lebanon

In Lebanon, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have initiated a military operation named "Northern Arrows" targeting Hezbollah positions near the Israeli border. This comes in the wake of escalating tensions following the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike. Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has indicated that a new phase in the conflict with Hezbollah is imminent, with plans for a ground assault. The situation has led to significant civilian displacement, with thousands fleeing to the Syrian border due to heavy fighting and airstrikes, particularly in Beirut. The U.S. has responded by deploying additional troops to the Middle East to bolster security and support Israel if necessary. The ongoing conflict is part of a broader regional struggle involving Iran's influence through groups like Hezbollah and Hamas, which have intensified their military operations against Israel since the October 7 attacks. The Israeli government aims to dismantle Hezbollah's military capabilities to prevent further rocket attacks into northern Israel, while also attempting to minimize civilian casualties in Lebanon. The situation remains fluid, with the potential for increased violence and further humanitarian crises as military operations continue.