Israel says soldiers in Lebanon free to act if threatened as Australia backs military action right

—Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz declared that Israeli soldiers stationed in Lebanon are authorized to take military action if they come under threat, signaling a readiness to respond to any provocation. Reuters confirmed the statement by Katz. Australia's opposition backed Israel's right to military self-defense in Lebanon, while The Straits Times reported Katz's remarks were a direct warning to Hezbollah and Lebanese armed groups.