Israel army orders evacuation of northern city after Lebanon clashes

Israeli authorities announced plans to evacuate the northern city of Kiryat Shmona on Friday, after days of clashes with Hezbollah fighters along the border with Lebanon.

"A short while ago, the Northern Command informed the mayor of the city of the decision. The plan will be managed by the local authority, the Ministry of Tourism, and the Ministry of Defense," the Israeli military said in a statement.