Homefront flashpoint: Misgav Am sits near Lebanon, center of cross-border strikes and talks as Lebanon conflict tightens. Kibbutz founder’s fortress vibe in buffer zone.
Ofer Moskovitz, a 60-year-old Israeli farmer and community spokesperson, was killed by Israeli artillery during a military operation supporting troops in southern Lebanon. An investigation found operational errors caused the incident, which is the first civilian death in the current conflict with Lebanon. The military has promised a full review.
Since the start of the recent conflict, Hezbollah has rebuilt its capabilities, firing hundreds of rockets daily into Israel. The IDF reports a gap between previous assessments and current strength, with Hezbollah maintaining a large arsenal and operational capacity. Israel continues strikes on Lebanese infrastructure and is establishing a security zone in southern Lebanon. The conflict remains intense and ongoing.
Israel has pressed strikes against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon as exchanges intensify and the ceasefire frays. Lebanese authorities report fatalities; the IDF says it has destroyed Hezbollah sites while warning civilians near Hezbollah facilities remain at risk. Cross-border drone and rocket actions continue, with security measures tightened in northern Israel.
Since mid-April's US-brokered ceasefire, Israel has continued air and drone strikes across southern and eastern Lebanon and near Beirut while Hezbollah has been firing explosive drones and rockets at Israeli forces. Lebanese authorities have reported rising civilian casualties and infrastructure damage as US-facilitated Israel–Lebanon talks proceed in Washington (25 May 2026).