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Israel Strikes 120 Hezbollah Targets in Southern Lebanon

Israel struck around 120 Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon, including 70 military structures and 50 infrastructures. The IDF destroyed a loaded launcher aimed at Israel and intercepted rockets and drones. The IDF accused Hezbollah of violating ceasefire understandings. Additionally, over 80 wanted individuals were arrested in Judea and Samaria, with weapons and ammunition confiscated.

Key Points: Israel Attacks 120 Hezbollah Terror Targets

  • 120 Hezbollah terror targets struck in southern Lebanon
  • 70 military-use structures and 50 infrastructures destroyed
  • Air Force destroys ready-to-launch launcher aimed at Israel
  • IDF intercepts rockets, drones, and arrests over 80 wanted individuals
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Israel attacks 120 terror targets of Hezbollah

Israel strikes 120 Hezbollah targets, including 70 military structures, in southern Lebanon. IDF says ceasefire violated, intercepts rockets and drones.

"The terrorist organisation Hezbollah is once again violating the ceasefire understandings - IDF"

Jerusalem, May 2

The Israel Defense Force said on Saturday that around 120 terror targets of Hezbollah were attacked by them, officials said.

It said that the forces struck numerous terror targets from the air and eliminated terrorists who were operating near IDF forces in southern Lebanon.

"As part of the strikes, around 70 military-use structures and about 50 infrastructures of Hezbollah were destroyed in various areas," it added.

According to the statement, the headquarters, weapons storage facility, and additional terror infrastructures that served the terrorists of Hezbollah were targeted in the attack.

The Air Force destroyed a loaded and ready-to-launch launcher in southern Lebanon, which was aimed towards the territory of Israel, the IDF said in a post on X.

"The terrorist organisation Hezbollah is once again violating the ceasefire understandings," it added.

According to IDF, the Air Force also intercepted a rocket launched towards IDF forces in southern Lebanon on Saturday and added that there are several incidents of Hezbollah launching rockets and explosive drones which fell near the area where IDF forces were operating.

It also reported that the Air Force intercepted two aerial targets before they crossed into Israeli territory.

"As part of dozens of activities over the past week, IDF forces, the Judea and Samaria Border Police, and the Shi'ite District police operating in Judea and Samaria arrested more than 80 wanted individuals, including a terrorist who shot at our forces, Hamas sympathizers, weapons holders, explosive device makers, stone throwers, and Molotov cocktails," according to a statement issued by the IDF on Friday.

It also said that the forces located and confiscated around 20 weapons, including improvised 'Carlo' type weapons, shotguns, 'M16', pistols, hunting rifles, 'M4', along with ammunition, military equipment and incitement materials.

In addition, the forces located and confiscated three lathes for manufacturing charges, weapons and ammunition, seven drones and charges ready for use.

It noted that the detainees were transferred to the security forces for further processing, and the weapons were transferred to the Sha'ar District Police for processing.

- IANS

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Priya S
Interesting how Israel mentions "Hamas sympathizers" being arrested in West Bank operations too. Almost seems like they're conflating different threats. But honestly, India deals with similar cross-border terrorism, so I get the frustration. Security is non-negotiable.
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James A
120 targets is a massive operation. If Hezbollah is really violating the ceasefire as claimed, Israel has every right to respond. The question is whether this escalates into a full-blown war again. Lebanon can't afford another conflict.
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Vikram M
As someone who follows Middle East geopolitics, I notice how Israel is simultaneously dealing with Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas-related arrests in West Bank. It's a multi-front challenge. India's own experience with cross-border terrorism makes me empathize, but I wish there was more focus on civilian protection on all sides. 😔
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Sarah B
Those numbers are staggering - 70 military structures, 50 infrastructures, and a ready-to-launch launcher. It's clear Israel has good intelligence. But what about the human cost? Every strike has families affected. I hope the international community steps in before this spirals.
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Karthik V
Israel is very transparent - they post updates on X (Twitter) and explain their operations. Meanwhile, Hezbollah hides among civilians. From an Indian perspective, we understand the challenge of fighting non-state actors who don't follow rules. But still, 120 targets in one go? That's intense. 🎯

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