Zamir says Israel to continue to 'thwart threats' in Lebanon 'before they develop'

Israeli army chief Eyal Zamir has conducted a situation assessment at Israel's Northern Command.

“In a short period, we eliminated the Hezbollah commander (Haitham Tabatabai) and the head of Hamas' manufacturing division. We will not allow the enemy to expand and will respond to any violation of the agreement. Our policy is clear, in all arenas, and here in Lebanon -- we will continue to act and thwart threats before they develop,” Zamir told troops and officers.

“Our forces are creating lines of security on all fronts -- in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza -- and our presence at these points allows for better protection of our citizens, along with freedom of action for our forces. Even on the border with Lebanon, we are forming a barrier between the enemy and our communities -- preemptively confronting them according to our established principles,” Zamir added.

He also vowed that the Israeli army will “continue working to protect the residents of the northern region.”