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Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed Hezbollah member Mustafa Harisi, escalating tensions despite a ceasefire. The IDF confirmed targeting Hezbollah weapons sites, calling them a violation of agreements. Meanwhile, Lebanon arrested an IS-linked terror cell plotting attacks against its army. The situation highlights ongoing instability along the Israel-Lebanon border.

Key Points: Israeli Airstrikes Kill Hezbollah Member Mustafa Harisi in Lebanon

  • Israeli airstrikes target Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon
  • Mustafa Harisi identified as the killed Hezbollah operative
  • IDF claims strikes were against weapons storage and rocket launchers
  • Lebanon arrests IS-linked cell amid ongoing security operations
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Hezbollah member killed in Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon

Israeli warplanes strike southern Lebanon, killing Hezbollah's Mustafa Harisi amid escalating tensions despite ceasefire.

"The presence of such weaponry in that area constitutes a blatant violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon. – Avichay Adraee, Israeli Army Spokesperson"

Beirut/Jerusalem, July 25

A Hezbollah member was killed in a series of airstrikes launched by Israeli warplanes and drones targeting southern Lebanon, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry and sources.

The Public Health Emergency Operations Centre, affiliated with Lebanon's Ministry of Health, confirmed on Thursday in a statement that one person was killed in a drone strike on a vehicle in Aita al-Shaab, in the Bint Jbeil district, Xinhua news agency reported.

A Lebanese army intelligence source told Xinhua news agency that Israeli warplanes carried out about 12 airstrikes across wide areas in southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah sites that had previously been hit in similar air raids.

According to a Lebanese security source, the person killed was named Mustafa Harisi, a member of Hezbollah.

Israeli army spokesperson Avichay Adraee announced that the army attacked military sites belonging to Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, including weapons, storage facilities, and a rocket launcher.

"The presence of such weaponry in that area, and Hezbollah's activities there, constitute a blatant violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon," he said, adding that the army will continue to act to remove any threat to the State of Israel.

He also confirmed that the army eliminated a Hezbollah member in an attack on the Aita al-Shaab area.

A ceasefire agreement between Hezbollah and Israel, brokered by the US and France, has been in place since late November last year, putting an end to hostilities between the two triggered by the war in Gaza.

Despite the agreement, the Israeli army occasionally carries out strikes in Lebanon, claiming to target Hezbollah "threats," and maintains its presence at five key points along the Lebanese border area.

Meanwhile, the Lebanese army announced on Thursday the arrest of three individuals affiliated with a terror cell that supports the Islamic State (IS) terrorist group.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the cell "was receiving instructions from IS operatives abroad to carry out security operations against the Lebanese army," said a statement issued by the Army Command's Orientation Directorate.

The army affirmed that efforts are underway to apprehend additional members of the cell, reiterating its commitment to safeguarding national security and preventing any attempts to destabilise the country.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As an Indian living abroad, I'm concerned how these tensions might affect global security. The Lebanese government should take stronger action against all militant groups operating in their territory.
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Arjun K
Israel has every right to defend itself against terrorist organizations. We've seen what happens when terror groups operate freely near borders - remember 26/11? Strong action is needed.
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Priya S
The common Lebanese people are suffering the most in this conflict. India should offer humanitarian aid and support to civilians caught in the crossfire. #PeaceForLebanon
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Vikram M
While I understand Israel's security concerns, their disproportionate response often causes civilian casualties. There must be a better way to handle these situations without escalating tensions.
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Kavya N
The mention of IS in Lebanon is worrying. India has suffered enough from terrorism - the international community must unite to eliminate all terror networks, whether Hezbollah or IS.

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