Israel plans to control large parts of southern Lebanon as Defense Minister announces intentions to create a buffer zone in the region. Recent Israeli airstrikes have targeted key infrastructure, including bridges, while officials warn residents to evacuate affected areas. Lebanon is facing increasing instability, with fears of a civil war bolstered by calls from Israeli ministers for annexation of southern territory. Reports indicate that Hezbollah operatives are being captured by the IDF, and Israel is ramping up ground and air attacks against the group. Meanwhile, European leaders are warning against a full-scale ground offensive, heightening concerns over a humanitarian crisis. As the situation unfolds, stakes rise with implications for regional dynamics and potential ramifications on international relations.