Lebanon

IDF announces death of Sgt. Liran Ben Zion, 19, killed in southern Lebanon

Ben Zion’s family has been informed of his death.

Fallen IDF soldier, Sgt. Liran Ben Zion, 19, who fell during combat in southern Lebanon, March 30.
UN PEACEKEEPERS (UNIFIL) seen in southern Lebanon, as it seen from the Israeli side of the border, on November 6, 2025.

Hezbollah uses ambulances, paramedic uniforms, as disguise for terrorist activity, IDF says

UNIFIL vehicles drive in Deir Mimas, southern Lebanon, February 18, 2025; illustrative.

Indonesian UN peacekeeper killed in Lebanon, origin of the projectile unclear

Iran’s ambassador-designate to Lebanon Mohammad Reza Sheibani with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Iranian ambassador refuses to leave Lebanon after being declared persona non grata - report


Netanyahu announces expansion to Lebanon buffer zone, in bid to safeguard against invasion

In his announcement, Netanyahu also stated that Israel had undergone a paradigm shift in its latest wars against nearby countries.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference in Jerusalem, March 19, 2026.

US potential ground invasion, Pope Leo speaks out

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.

Pope Leo XIV addresses the crowd during a meeting with bishpops, priests consacrated persons and personal workers at the shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa, northeast of the capital Beirut, on December 1, 2025.

Israel, US cannot miss the chance to disarm Hezbollah - opinion

With Hezbollah weakened, Israel’s challenge is ensuring that the Lebanese state can enforce disarmament before 2026.

A BANNER with an image of late Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah hangs on a roundabout, following an escalation between Hezbollah and Israel, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Baalbek, Lebanon, March 23, 2026.

IDF Alpinist Unit conducts cross-border operation from Syrian Hermon to southern Lebanon

IDF troops operated in complex mountainous terrain using specialized capabilities to gather intelligence and locate terrorist infrastructure.

The IDF Alpinist Unit preventing cross-border terror from the Syrian Hermon to southern Lebanon, March 28, 2026.

US-born IDF soldier killed while fighting in Lebanon, military announces

Katz, 22, was born in New Haven, Connecticut, United States, and was killed during an attack where three other soldiers were moderately wounded.

Sergeant Moshe Yitzhak Hacohen, 22.

Israel’s manpower crisis: IDF Chief’s warning, a wake-up call for Israeli leaders - editoral

IDF Chief of Staff warns Israel's political leadership about a growing manpower crisis, stressing the urgent need for a conscription bill to sustain the military amid escalating tensions with Iran.

DF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks during an event for outstanding soldiers as part of Israel's 77th Independence Day celebrations, at the President's residence in Jerusalem on May 1, 2025.

Israel ranks eighth globally in 2026 World Happiness Index despite war

Israel's resilience shines through as it maintains a top 10 spot in global happiness rankings amid the emotional and social challenges of wartime.

A man brandish Israeli flags following an Iranian strike in Givatayim, in the center of Israel on March 6, 2026.

IDF says up to 90% of Iran’s weapons industry could be hit within days

Israeli defense officials said Saturday that most of Iran’s military-industrial infrastructure has already been damaged and that further strikes could push that figure to 90% within days.

Smoke plumes billow from the site of airstrikes near Azadi Tower in western Tehran on March 10, 2026.

Fitch holds Israel's credit rating at 'A', but debt and war cloud outlook

The US-Israeli strikes on Iran have added to concerns over Israel's deficit, with Fitch noting that Israel's "fractious domestic politics" could hinder fiscal consolidation.

The Fitch Ratings building is seen in New York

IDF kills Hezbollah terrorist who worked as journalist in targeted southern Lebanon strike

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the incident, claiming that the strike "violates the most basic principles of international law, international humanitarian law, and the laws of war."

IDF soldiers operate inside an uncovered Hezbollah tunnel in southern Lebanon, March 27, 2026.