In a recent political-security cabinet meeting, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir proposed the arrest of family members of Hezbollah operatives as a deterrent strategy. His suggestion aimed to harm the civilian environment surrounding Hezbollah, stating that targeting their families would be particularly impactful. The meeting also saw calls from several ministers, including Yitzhak Wasserlauf and Defense Minister Israel Katz, for increased military operations in Lebanon and a significant boost in defense procurement budgets. They criticized Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich for not releasing necessary funds, with Katz asserting that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) require more resources to support ongoing military efforts. These discussions took place amid international pressure for a ceasefire, particularly following a directive from US President Donald Trump to halt fighting on the northern front. Despite this pressure, the cabinet's discussions reflected a strong inclination among certain ministers to expand military actions and enhance military readiness.