Israel threatens permanent Lebanon occupation, declares ‘Gaza model’

Israel is threatening to turn its occupation of southern Lebanon into a permanent military presence. Defence Minister Israel Katz says more than 60 villages and 23,000 homes have been destroyed, calling the campaign the ‘Gaza model’.

Netanyahu says Israeli troops will remain until Hezbollah is disarmed. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun says the occupation is preventing Lebanon’s army from deploying to the border.

As Beirut seeks a withdrawal timetable through US-brokered talks, RT’s Steve Sweeney reports on the destruction, displacement and threats of further advances.