The Israeli newspaper Maariv reported that "the Israeli army is preparing for multiple scenarios on the northern front with Lebanon."

The newspaper added that "Israeli intelligence has detected increased activity by Hezbollah in several Lebanese regions, including the north of the Litani River, the Bekaa Valley, and in Dahiyeh." It noted that "Hezbollah is working on rebuilding the Radwan Force and retrieving weapons from its bunkers that were previously targeted by Israeli airstrikes."

It continued: "Hezbollah is attempting to carry out a dual strategy of quietly rebuilding its strength while avoiding direct confrontation with Israel."