Israeli security officials have clarified that the ground operation launched by the Israeli military into southern Lebanon is not considered an invasion or incursion. Instead, the officials describe the operation as 'localized raids' that are 'very limited in scope and in the area of operation.'
According to the officials, there have been no clashes on the ground between the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Hezbollah thus far. The operation is focused on border areas, and the extent of Israeli troops' advancement into Lebanese territory has not been disclosed.
