On June 28 the Israel Defense Forces said Chief of Staff Zamir approved plans to continue military operations inside the ceasefire "security zone" in south Lebanon. He said the 36th Division and an assault brigade maintain combat control of the Beaufort Heights area and possess the tools and capabilities to degrade adversaries. Zamir called Northern Command the IDF's "main operational focus" and said forces are prepared to rapidly restart offensive operations in Lebanon and Iran if required. He

On June 28 the Israel Defense Forces said Chief of Staff Zamir approved plans to continue military operations inside the ceasefire "security zone" in south Lebanon. He said the 36th Division and an assault brigade maintain combat control of the Beaufort Heights area and possess the tools and capabilities to degrade adversaries. Zamir called Northern Command the IDF's "main operational focus" and said forces are prepared to rapidly restart offensive operations in Lebanon and Iran if required. He described the agreement with the Lebanese government as historic and said the IDF will adhere to it, but cautioned the coming period will be a test shaped by both sides' actions.