Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that Israeli forces have crossed Lebanon's strategic Litani River and advanced deeper into Lebanese territory, marking a major escalation in the conflict with Hezbollah. Speaking during a visit to troops near Israel's northern border, Netanyahu said Israeli operations are now taking place across multiple areas, including Beirut and the Bekaa Valley. The development comes amid growing tensions despite a US-brokered ceasefire announced earlier this year. The Litani River has long been considered a critical military and political boundary in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict..