— Israeli army holds surprise multi-front war drill as Hezbollah weighs response to escalation
Israeli media highlight the IDF General Staff's surprise maneuver, simulating a coordinated attack from Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran. Observers see it as preparation for widening the war, possibly expanding security zones in the south through systematic annexation. Sources say Hezbollah's silence on recent field developments may not last, as attrition grows costly and the party will eventually need to present its own narrative.@TPOnow
