Hezbollah launches drone attack on "sensitive military targets" in Tel Aviv
Date
11/27/2024 6:31:03 AM
(MENAFN) In a dramatic escalation just before a planned ceasefire, Hezbollah launched a drone attack on "sensitive military targets" in Tel Aviv and its suburbs on Tuesday night. This strike came shortly after the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, intensifying the tension between the two sides as they approached a temporary halt in hostilities.
Hezbollah claimed responsibility for the attack, stating that its fighters used advanced drones to target critical military sites in Tel Aviv and its surrounding areas. The group’s statement emphasized that the operation met its objectives and was a direct retaliation against Israeli actions. Despite the impending ceasefire, Hezbollah’s move highlights its continued resistance to Israeli presence and military operations in the region.
The drone assault was preceded by a barrage of rockets launched from southern Lebanon, targeting Israeli positions along the border. The attacks set off sirens in multiple towns close to the Lebanon-Israel border, causing alarm and raising questions about the ceasefire's stability. The ceasefire, which was scheduled to begin at 10 AM on Wednesday, seemed threatened by these latest hostilities.
This wave of violence follows two months of intense conflict, during which Hezbollah and Israeli forces have exchanged heavy artillery, rocket fire, and airstrikes, resulting in widespread destruction and prolonged fighting. Hezbollah's decision to escalate matters just before the ceasefire takes effect indicates its determination to challenge Israel's military dominance, despite the truce agreement.
The ceasefire, which both Israel and Lebanon had ratified, was initially seen as a potential step toward de-escalation. However, Hezbollah’s actions cast doubt on the prospect of lasting peace. With Hezbollah, a powerful Iranian-backed militant group, continuing its operations, the situation remains precarious.
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