Brigadier General Esmaeil Qaani, commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force, has warned Israeli forces that continued military operations in southern Lebanon could result in another forced withdrawal.
The statement, reported by multiple outlets including Press TV and Bt, signals a hardening stance from Iran’s proxy network as tensions in the region remain elevated.
The warning comes amid a broader deterioration in security perceptions across the Middle East.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has previously declared that Israel will maintain its military presence in southern Lebanon and remains committed to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
This direct contradiction between Tehran’s threats and Jerusalem’s stated objectives underscores the fragility of the current ceasefire dynamics.
Market participants are monitoring the situation closely, as heightened geopolitical risk often translates into volatility for energy and defense sectors.