The Chief of Staff of the IDF from the Northern Command: We will not allow Hezbollah to build infrastructure in the area. Any attempt by Israel to fortify its presence, strengthen its forces or threaten residential settlements in the north will be met with an immediate and strong response. The IDF is on high alert to deal with any developments, whether in near or distant arenas, and is fully prepared to harm any Israel that tries to harm us - just as we did in the past.