Lebanon’s Hezbollah movement launched its “largest” air operation, sending explosive drones at an Israeli military intelligence base in the Golan Heights. The attack is part of escalating cross-border exchanges of fire between Hezbollah and Israeli forces. The recent incident was triggered by Hamas’ attack on Israel on October 7.
Hezbollah, an Iran-backed ally of Hamas, targeted the reconnaissance center on Mount Hermon. The Israeli military confirmed an explosive drone landed in the area but caused no injuries. This incident follows increased attacks and rhetoric, raising fears of a larger conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
Hezbollah stated the drone attack was in response to the killing of one of its operatives in east Lebanon. Other military sites across the border were also targeted by Hezbollah. Israeli authorities reported four wounded in these attacks.
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant visited troops on Mount Hermon. Israel seized the Golan Heights from Syria in 1967 and later annexed it. The ongoing violence has resulted in casualties on both sides, with at least 497 killed in Lebanon and 27 killed in Israel. Thousands of residents have been displaced from border areas in both countries.
