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Israeli forces have started limited and targeted ground operations in southern Lebanon, focusing on key Hezbollah positions. On March 16, 2026, at 11:09 AM local time, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) shared an official statement on their X (formerly Twitter) account saying that their troops had begun these operations to strengthen the forward defense area. They said the efforts are aimed at dismantling terrorist infrastructure, eliminating active militants, and creating an extra layer of security for people living in northern Israel.   Extended Facts Shared According to the IDF, soldiers from the 91st Division entered southern Lebanon to carry out precise attacks on Hezbollah strongholds. They also carried out airstrikes and artillery shelling on roads, bridges, and supply routes to isolate these positions and prevent reinforcements. The IDF emphasized that these operations are limited and focused, but additional actions may continue as needed to protect Israel’s northern communi...