Israel says Hizbullah is stepping up efforts to rebuild its forces in Lebanon, warning that the development could trigger a broader escalation.
Defence minister Israel Katz said the Lebanese government’s commitment to disarm the Iranian-backed group and remove it from southern Lebanon must be fulfilled.
He threatened to intensify Israel’s response unless Beirut honoured its commitment.
“Hizbullah is playing with fire, and the president of Lebanon is dragging his feet,” Mr Katz said.
“Maximum enforcement will continue and even intensify” if the threat is
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