Israel threatens Lebanon in operation against Hezbollah: ‘Do not get in the way’

Published April 8, 2026 12:50pm ET



Israel’s Foreign Ministry sent a warning to Lebanon’s prime minister and president on Wednesday, telling them not to interfere with its expanding operation against Hezbollah.

The threat comes as the United States and Iran have reached an agreement for a two-week ceasefire, a deal Israel and Lebanon were not included in. 

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