BREAKING NEWS
Hezbollah Targets Upper Galilee, IDF Strikes Back in Southern Lebanon
Monday, [Date] – 14:00 IST
A wave of rocket attacks by Hezbollah against the Upper Galilee region in Israel has prompted a swift and decisive response from the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), with airstrikes targeting strategic locations in southern Lebanon.
According to Israeli officials, at least 20 rockets were fired from Lebanon into the Upper Galilee region, with multiple towns and cities affected, including Kiryat Shmona, Upper Nazareth, and Metulla. The rockets caused damage to buildings and infrastructure, but miraculously, no fatalities have been reported.
The IDF responded swiftly, launching a series of airstrikes against Hezbollah strongholds and infrastructure in southern Lebanon, including a major weapons depot in the town of Qlayleh and a key command center in the city of Tyre.
"Hezbollah’s aggression will not go unpunished," said Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett. "We will continue to take all necessary measures to defend our citizens and our sovereignty."
Key Developments:
- The rocket attacks began at approximately 12:00 IST, with the Israeli air defense system, Iron Dome, successfully intercepting several rockets.
- The Israeli military has confirmed that its F-16 fighter jets and Apache attack helicopters have struck multiple targets in southern Lebanon.
- Hezbollah’s official media outlets have claimed responsibility for the attacks, citing "Israeli aggression" and "occupation" as motivations.
- The Lebanese government has issued a statement condemning the Israeli airstrikes and urging restraint from all parties.
Latest Updates:
- 14:30 IST: The Israeli military has confirmed that it has struck multiple targets in southern Lebanon, including a major weapons depot and a key command center.
- 14:15 IST: Hezbollah has released a statement claiming that Israeli airstrikes have caused significant damage to infrastructure and civilian areas in southern Lebanon.
- 13:45 IST: The Lebanese Red Cross has reported that several people have been injured in the clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters.
Reaction from Around the World:
- The United States has issued a statement condemning the rocket attacks by Hezbollah and urging restraint from all parties.
- The European Union has called for an immediate ceasefire and urged Israel and Lebanon to work towards a peaceful resolution.
- The United Nations has dispatched a team of observers to the border region to monitor the situation and prevent further escalation.
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Hezbollah targets Upper Galilee throughout Monday, IDF strikes in southern Lebanon
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