Pakistan, June 20 -- Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a strong warning to Hezbollah on Friday. He said Israel's patience with "terrorists" threatening its security has worn thin. Katz emphasized that any aggression from Hezbollah would face a firm Israeli response.

On the other hand, Hezbollah's deputy leader, Naim Qassem, declared on Thursday that the group would act as it deems necessary. He accused Israel and the U.S. of "brutal aggression" against Iran. However, Hezbollah has not made any clear promise to join the ongoing conflict.

Despite the rhetoric, a Hezbollah official told Reuters last week that the group does not plan to initiate attacks on Israel. This indicates Hezbollah's cautious approach to avoid escalating th...