Israel’s prime minister, defense minister and military chief said the military would continue to act to “neutralize” threats against Israeli soldiers and citizens, demolish militant infrastructure and maintain the security zone in southern Lebanon, according to a joint statement issued after a security discussion.
Joint Statement Details
The statement added that the three officials “made it clear that the security of Israeli citizens and IDF forces will remain their guiding principle without compromise.”
Security Zone Maintenance
The announcement comes as an Israeli military vehicle was seen driving along a road in southern Lebanon on June 22, 2026, as captured by AFP. The military's presence in the area continues as part of ongoing operations to ensure the safety of Israeli territory.
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