Defense Minister Katz:
At the end of the operation, the IDF will position itself in a “security zone” inside Lebanon along the defensive line against anti-tank missiles and will maintain security control over the entire area up to the Litani River, including the remaining Litani bridges.

Additionally, the return south of the Litani of more than 600,000 residents of southern Lebanon who evacuated northward will be completely prohibited until the security and safety of the northern residents are ensured…