Israel Signals Conditional Ceasefire Support, Warns of Continued Operations Against Hezbollah

JERUSALEM | April 8, 2026 Israeli leadership has indicated conditional support for a recently announced US-brokered ceasefire with Iran,

while simultaneously warning that military operations may continue in other arenas, particularly against Hezbollah in Lebanon. During remarks made while taking shelter amid ongoing security threats, Israeli officials praised joint military achievements against Iran, honored fallen soldiers, and expressed solidarity with bereaved families. They also wished a speedy recovery to those wounded in the conflict.

The statement highlighted that Israel believes it has significantly weakened Iran’s strategic capabilities during the recent escalation, describing the outcome as a major shift in regional power dynamics. However, officials stressed that several strategic objectives remain incomplete and must still be achieved, either through diplomatic agreement or renewed military action if necessary.

The comments came just one day after the United States announced a ceasefire arrangement with Iran. While Israel has expressed conditional acceptance of the truce framework, it clarified that the agreement does not extend to Lebanon or Hezbollah, signaling continued tensions on the northern front.

 Regional security concerns remain high as multiple actors assess the durability of the ceasefire and the risk of broader escalation across the Middle East.