# The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) declared a halt to its offensive operations against Iran on Wednesday.

*fintech · news · 2026-04-08 · Republic World*

## Key points

- The IDF has officially halted offensive operations against Iran following Israeli political directives.
- Israel's ceasefire with Iran does not apply to its ongoing military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
- A two-week U.S.-brokered truce between Israel and Iran is conditional on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran has threatened to strike Tel Aviv if Israeli operations in southern Lebanon continue.

**Countries:** Israel, Iran, United States, Lebanon

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