Ongoing exchanges between Israeli forces and Hezbollah have sustained trader focus on near-term military action despite the June 2026 ceasefire framework. In late September, the IDF conducted multiple strikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon following drone and roadside attacks that wounded troops, including operations that destroyed tunnel networks and infrastructure near the Litani River area. Diplomatic talks remain stalled until October, with Lebanese officials pressing for full IDF withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament while the group demands withdrawal first and rejects direct negotiations. Israeli operations to consolidate a security buffer continue amid Hezbollah attempts to reestablish positions, keeping the risk of further targeted strikes elevated through early October.