Tel Aviv, March 27 -- Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson BG Effie Defrin has issued a stern warning regarding the escalating tensions on the northern border, asserting that the military will take direct action to disarm Hezbollah if the Lebanese government fails to do so.

In a video address, Defrin highlighted the long-standing security challenges, stating, "For years, we have been defending our northern border against Hezbollah's attacks on our civilians." He further alleged that the group has persisted in its efforts to "rearm and re-weaponise in violation of the ceasefire agreement."

To substantiate these claims, the address included testimony from Hezbollah political council member Wafiq Safa, who admitted that the group and t...