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Hezbollah Launches 43 Attacks on Israel, Vows to Defend Lebanon

Hezbollah's Islamic Resistance has claimed responsibility for 43 military operations against Israeli positions on Sunday, targeting sites along the border and deeper inside occupied territories. The attacks included drone strikes on a communications facility in the Golan Heights and an Israeli Merkava tank in Lebanon, alongside rocket fire on several northern Israeli towns. The group stated the operations were a duty to defend Lebanon against alleged Israeli ceasefire violations and military escalation. It warned that such actions would continue if what it called Israeli-American aggression persists.

Key Points: Hezbollah Claims 43 Attacks on Israeli Targets Amid Escalation

  • 43 claimed military operations
  • Drone strikes on barracks & tank
  • Rocket fire on northern Israeli towns
  • Response to alleged ceasefire violations
  • Warns of continued operations
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Hezbollah claims 43 attacks on Israeli targets amid escalating cross-border tensions

Hezbollah claims 43 military operations against Israeli positions, citing ceasefire violations. Attacks target Golan Heights, northern Israel.

"The Islamic Resistance is committed to defending its land and people. - Hezbollah statement via Press TV"

Beirut, April 13

Hezbollah's Islamic Resistance claimed responsibility for carrying out 43 military operations against Israeli positions and troop concentrations on Sunday, saying the strikes were in response to alleged ceasefire violations and continued Israeli military activity in Lebanon, Iranian State Media Press TV reported.

According to Press TV, citing a statement from the militant group, the operations targeted Israeli military sites along the border as well as deeper inside occupied territories, including the occupied Syrian Golan Heights and northern Israel.

The attacks included a drone strike on a communications facility at the Al-Alika barracks in the Golan Heights, which it said resulted in a "direct hit".

The group also claimed a drone strike on an Israeli Merkava tank near a hospital in Mays al-Jabal in Lebanon.

The group further said it launched coordinated drone attacks on Israeli troop gatherings in areas including Al-Bayyada, Yaroun, and Kfar Yuval, along with rocket fire targeting Kiryat Shmona, Nahariya, and the headquarters of Israel's 146th Division, as reported by Press TV.

Hezbollah also claimed responsibility for shelling newly established Israeli positions in southern Lebanon and striking additional military sites, including surveillance and command facilities such as the Meron air surveillance base and the Filon base near Rosh Pina.

The group said the operations continued from Sunday morning into late night, targeting troop movements and military gatherings in multiple border towns, including Khiam, Bint Jbeil, Taybeh, and Aita al-Shaab, Press TV reported.

Hezbollah described the attacks as part of its "duty to defend Lebanon and its people", alleging repeated Israeli violations of ceasefire arrangements.

It warned that its operations would continue if what it called Israeli-American aggression against Lebanon persists.

"The Islamic Resistance is committed to defending its land and people," the statement said, as quoted by Press TV, adding that the strikes aim to counter what it described as Israel's continued military escalation.

According to Al Jazeera, since the beginning of the Israeli offensive on March 2, a total of 2,055 people have been reportedly killed in Lebanon, according to the country's Ministry of Health.

The ministry further added that at least 6,588 others have been injured during the same period.

- ANI

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Priya S
The report mentions attacks near a hospital. This is unacceptable. Civilians and medical facilities must never be targets, no matter the conflict. India has a large diaspora in the region, and their safety is a priority. Hope for de-escalation soon.
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Rohit P
The situation is complex. From an Indian perspective, we understand the pain of cross-border tensions. But 43 operations in a single day? This feels like a full-scale conflict, not just skirmishes. The international community needs to step in more forcefully before it engulfs the entire region.
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Sarah B
Reading this from Delhi. The scale is shocking. Over 2000 killed in Lebanon since March? That's a massive human cost. While the article is from Press TV, the basic facts of the escalation are clear. Our government's balanced stance is the right approach.
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Vikram M
A respectful criticism of the reporting: The article heavily relies on statements from one side (Hezbollah/Press TV). It would be better to have more context on the alleged ceasefire violations that prompted this, or a response from Israeli authorities. Balanced reporting is crucial.
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Karthik V
This directly impacts global stability, including oil prices and our economy. India imports a lot of energy from the region. Beyond the human tragedy, there are real economic consequences for us common people. Hope our diplomats are working behind the scenes.

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