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Israel Declares No Sanctuary for Hezbollah as Operations Continue

May 29, 2026
Israel Hezbollah conflict
Israel Hezbollah conflict

Israeli military spokesperson Ella Wawiyeh has declared that Hezbollah possesses no territory offering protection from Israeli military operations, affirming that the armed forces will intensify their campaign against the group across all locations where threats are identified.

Speaking via the social media platform X, Wawiyeh reported that more than 7,500 Hezbollah operatives have been targeted throughout the ongoing conflict, with 2,500 of those strikes occurring since Operation "Assad's Roar" commenced.

The spokesperson emphasized that geographic boundaries do not constrain Israeli military responses, stating that operational requirements guide strike decisions. "Everywhere we detect a threat, and everywhere we need to remove a threat, we will act, and everywhere there is an operational need for maneuver, we will maneuver," she said.

Wawiyeh characterized the military's actions against Hezbollah as part of a broader strategic objective, asserting that strikes on the organization simultaneously target what she described as the Iranian axis. "Every strike against Hezbollah is also a strike against the Iranian axis and Iranian investment in the region," she stated.

The military maintains readiness for any escalation, according to Wawiyeh, and continues preparations to confront Iranian developments. She outlined three core objectives: intensifying pressure on Hezbollah, eliminating identified threats, and enhancing security for northern Israeli communities.

Regarding unmanned aerial threats, Wawiyeh acknowledged the challenge posed by drone operations but expressed confidence in Israel's capacity to counter them. She noted that both operational and technological countermeasures are currently under development and testing, with plans for rapid battlefield deployment.

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