Israel launched a pre-emptive strike on Sunday against what it claimed was a major attack planned by Hezbollah targeting Israeli territory. The Israeli military stated that they had identified and targeted a terrorist cell that was preparing to launch armed drones towards Israel from Syria. The strike resulted in two Hezbollah fighters being killed. In response, Hezbollah launched a barrage of anti-tank missiles towards Israel, causing damage to an Israeli military vehicle.
Hezbollah, a Shi’ite political and militant group based in Lebanon, is considered a terrorist organization by Israel and the United States. The group has been involved in conflicts with Israel for decades, including a major war in 2006. Tensions between the two sides have been escalating in recent months, with both carrying out attacks and counterattacks.
The Israeli military is taking the situation seriously and has been on high alert along the northern border with Lebanon and Syria. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly held a security meeting to discuss the situation and stated that Israel will continue to defend itself against any threats. The United Nations peacekeeping force UNIFIL has also called for restraint and de-escalation from both sides to prevent further violence.
The latest exchange of fire comes amidst rising tensions in the region, with the conflict in Syria and increasing involvement of external powers like Iran and Russia. The situation remains fluid and unpredictable, with the potential for further escalation. Both Israel and Hezbollah seem to be prepared for further confrontations, raising concerns of a wider conflict breaking out in the region.
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