16 APR 2026
IsraelBeit Lif, southern Lebanon

IDF Chief approves new battle plans for Lebanon, Iran

Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 15:00 UTC · 7 sources

During a visit to the 162nd Division in southern Lebanon, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir stated he has approved further operational plans for future actions in both Lebanon and Iran. He emphasized that the General Staff Forum is conducting ongoing situational assessments and approving plans for both theaters. The statement underscores the IDF's continued preparation for potential escalation on its northern front and against its primary regional adversary. The visit and announcement come amid heightened tensions and ongoing cross-border strikes between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Updates
14h agoIsrael Defense Forces

The IDF Chief provided new details on the joint US-Israel strike on Iran, describing it as having 'severely' weakened the regime and stripped it of defensive capabilities.

14h agoIsrael Today

IDF Chief Zamir provided a new assessment of the conflict, claiming Hezbollah is withdrawing and weakened.

14h agoStay Free

This message confirms the same announcement from IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir about approving military plans for Lebanon and Iran operations.

13h ago@Osint613

The IDF Chief made the statement during a visit to the 162nd Division in southern Lebanon, providing a specific location for the announcement.

Key Details
Hezbollah casualties claimed: >1,700 killed
Plans approved for Lebanon and Iran
IDF instructed to make area up to Litani River a 'killing zone'
Sources
TGMannie's War Roomview14h ago
TGIsrael Defense Forcesview14h ago
TGIsrael Todayview14h ago
TGStay Freeview14h ago
TW@MonitorX99800view14h ago
TW@Osint613view13h ago
TW@Osint613view13h ago
Cycle: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 15:00 UTC · First reported: 14h ago
IDF Chief approves new battle plans for Lebanon, Iran — TheDailyEuro