Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced plans to intensify attacks against Hezbollah, declaring that Israel will completely eliminate the group. His statement came despite an agreement between Lebanese and Israeli officials to extend the existing ceasefire, signaling a possible escalation in tensions.

According to Al Jazeera correspondent Obaida Hito reporting from southern Lebanon, the current ceasefire appears to exist only on paper, suggesting that hostilities have not meaningfully subsided. The situation highlights the fragile nature of the truce and the ongoing volatility along the Israel-Lebanon border.

The announcement underscores the uncertainty surrounding the ceasefire’s durability and raises concerns about renewed conflict in the region if military operations continue.