Israel says it will keep control over part of southern Lebanon after war with Hezbollah ends

"At the end of the operation, the IDF will establish itself in a security zone inside Lebanon, on a defensive line against anti-tank missiles, and will maintain security control over the entire area up to the Litani."

— Israel Katz , Politician

"Katz's remarks reflected a clear intention to impose a new occupation of Lebanese territory."

— Maj Gen Michel Menassa , Politician

"The current escalation is compounding a situation that is already critical."

— Tom Fletcher , Celebrity