Israel says it will take control of southern Lebanon up to Litani River

Israel has announced plans to take control of a security zone in southern Lebanon up to the Litani River. The country's defense minister said Israel would hold this area and block residents from returning.

Israeli forces have carried out a series of airstrikes in southern Lebanon, destroying multiple bridges over the Litani River. The prime minister and defense minister both ordered the military to bomb these bridges, which are seen as key routes.