Israel will establish a permanent buffer zone in southern Lebanon and official sources will confirm the dismantling of Hezbollah's military infrastructure within that zone by December 31, 2026.

Israel has launched a ground invasion and conducted strikes in Lebanon, establishing what it calls a 'Forward Defense Line' or 'buffer zone' with the strategic goal of dismantling Hezbollah. Satellite images indicate the scale of demolitions in the area. This reflects Israel's long-term security strategy, with gas concerns being secondary to countering Hezbollah.