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Israeli Security Leadership Proposes Expanded Military Operations in Lebanon, Including Beirut Strikes

May 31, 2026
Lebanon military operations
Lebanon military operations

Senior officials within Israel's defense establishment have presented Prime Minister Netanyahu with a proposal to intensify military operations in Lebanon, featuring significant strikes targeting Beirut, according to Channel 13 Israel.

The plan would require approval from the United States before implementation, sources indicate. The proposed expansion would represent a substantial escalation of the current conflict in the region.

The proposal has been formally submitted to Netanyahu for consideration by top-ranking security officials overseeing Israel's military apparatus.

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