Israel defense minister vows troops to stay in Lebanon, Syria, Gaza

Katz says Israeli forces will remain in southern Lebanon, Syria and Gaza 'security zones'

Israeli military says it is destroying underground infrastructure and homes in southern Lebanonanon talks in Rome

August 12, 2026 15:30

JERUSALEM: Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz visited southern Lebanon on Wednesday, vowing to destroy infrastructure and keep troops in a so-called “security zone” as well as in Syria and Gaza.