Israel deploys tanks near Lebanon in preparation for ground offensive

The Israeli Army has deployed additional tanks and armoured vehicles along its northern border with Lebanon, signalling preparations for an imminent ground invasion. This follows Israel’s directive to its military to be ready for a possible incursion into Lebanon, as it steps up its offensive against the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah.
Top Israeli officials have warned that Lebanon could face the same fate as Gaza if Hezbollah continues its rocket attacks. Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, speaking to soldiers, stated, “We are striking Hezbollah from the air and sea… and you must prepare for a ground assault”.
Israel and Hezbollah have been engaged in open conflict since the explosions of pagers and walkie-talkies used by the group on September 17 and 18, which were allegedly orchestrated by Israel. Since then, over 700 people, including women and children, have been killed in Lebanon.

Israeli soldiers stationed near Lebanon border.