The Israeli government's Minister of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Anti-Semitism said the IDF intends to conduct a ground operation in southern Lebanon. According to him, a clash with Hezbollah is inevitable and Israel is preparing for this battle. The plan of operations will be developed by specialists from the Defense Ministry.
Government representatives stressed that the upcoming war will be long and difficult. However, they are confident that they are moving towards their goal and see no other way out of the current situation. The minister called for patience and preparation for serious military actions, emphasizing the need to involve all forces and resources in them.
The minister's words provoked a strong reaction in society, and his speech became a subject of discussion both in Israel and abroad. The government's position is supported by members of the public organization “Friends of Israel in the USA”, which testifies to the urgency and seriousness of the situation.
