Israeli Defense Minister Katz: We are ready to respond strongly if the ceasefire is violated.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a statement regarding the ceasefire agreement that came into effect in Lebanon. In his statement, Katz referred to the decision to keep schools in the Golan Heights and northern border areas closed despite the ceasefire, saying, "The decision not to lift defense restrictions and not to return life to normal in Galilee and northern areas is a necessary precautionary step and a clear message regarding Israel's determination to implement the agreement."

"WE WILL NOT COMPROMISE ON THE SECURITY OF THE ISRAELI PEOPLE"

Warning Hezbollah and the Lebanese government to comply with the ceasefire agreement, Katz stated, "If Hezbollah continues its attempts to violate the agreement and the Lebanese government fails to fulfill its obligations, Israel is prepared to respond strongly." Emphasizing that they will "not give up," Katz also added that they will not compromise on the security of the Israeli people.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The ceasefire agreement that ended the ongoing conflict between the Israeli army and Hezbollah for over 14 months came into effect early yesterday. The response of Hezbollah to the ceasefire agreement, which anticipates the gradual withdrawal of Israeli troops from south of the Blue Line and the deployment of the Lebanese army in southern Lebanon, has been a matter of curiosity.