Lebanon

Hezbollah publishes footage of strike on IDF facility

Hezbollah publishes new footage, claims to have hit an IDF facility on the Israel-Lebanon border.

'Terrorizing the public':

Lebanon complains about IDF flyovers of Beirut

In a complaint to the Security Council, Lebanon claims that the sonic booms of IDF flyovers of Beirut constitute a violation of sovereignty and collective punishment.

Deep in Lebanon:

IDF bombs ammunition depots, senior Hezbollah members

IDF attacks Hezbollah ammunition depots deep in Lebanon and eliminates a central terrorist in the organization's rocket and missile unit.

UAVs and rockets:

One critically injured in direct UAV strike on northern Israel

Hezbollah claims responsibility for direct hit on town in northern Israel; several injured, including one critically, in mixed UAV-rocket barrage.

Southern Lebanon:

Three UN peacekeepers lightly injured in explosion

UNIFIL says three of its peacekeepers on patrol were lightly injured when an explosion occurred near their vehicle in the village of Yarine in southern Lebanon.

Lebanon:

Nationwide power outage affects Beirut's airport and port

Lebanon's power utility company announces nationwide power outage after last group of production units at the Zahrani Power Plant, which supplies the country with electricity, run out of fuel.

IDF eliminates commander in Hezbollah's Radwan Force

IAF strike in Lebanon eliminates Hussein Ibrahim Kasseb, commander in Hezbollah's Radwan Force; additional strikes target terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon.

Two IDF soldiers injured in attack on northern Israel

One soldier lightly injured, another seriously injured, in missile barrage on Misgav Am in northern Israel; 55 projectiles launched towards Ayelet Hashahar.

Sirens in the Galilee:

IDF strikes Hezbollah military structures in southern Lebanon

IDF says an interceptor was launched toward a suspicious aerial target that crossed from Lebanon. Earlier in the day, a projectile was identified from Lebanon fell in an open area. No injuries were reported.

Hezbollah publishes footage of undeground missile facility

The Lebanese terrorist organization has published a video in which it shows trucks with missiles ready for launch and documentation from inside its terror tunnels.

Report:

Hezbollah will delay attack on Israel until after Doha talks

Source close to Hezbollah tells the Washington Post that the organization will not attack Israel so as not to obstruct the negotiations on a ceasefire in Gaza and hostage release deal.

Smotrich in Metula:

'Move the security belt to southern Lebanon'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich holds a working meeting in Metula and sends a message to Hezbollah: Don't mess with us. Israel must go to war against Hezbollah.

2 rockets from Lebanon strike Kiryat Shmona with no alarms

Sirens do not go off as 2 rockets strike northern city, causing damage. No injuries reported.

Report: Iran using civilian aircraft for weapons smuggling

Well-known airline smuggling Iranian weapons and fighters to Syria, Lebanon.

Majdal Shams massacre:

Most seriously-wounded victim regains consciousness

Eleven-year-old girl declared most seriously-wounded victim of Majdal Shams soccer field massacre regains consciousness as condition improves.

Earthquake in Lebanon – A testament to Divine protection

Is this a Tisha B'Av miracle telling our enemies that on this day on which they hoped to attack us, the G-d of Israel is sending them a warning?

Barrage on northern Israel

More than 30 launches identified, IDF attacking in Lebanon

Sirens sounded in Nahariya and the surrounding area. Approximately 30 projectiles identified, a number of which fell in open areas. Fires reported as a result of the rocket fire.

Report: Hezbollah under pressure to delay attack on Israel

Arab countries are pressuring Hezbollah to delay its attack until after Egypt summit on ceasefire-prisoner swap deal between Israel and Hamas.

In strike in Lebanon:

IDF eliminates senior Hamas terrorist

IAF aircraft strike in the area of Sidon in Lebanon and eliminate terrorist Samer Mahmoud al-Haj, a senior commander in the Hamas terrorist organization in Lebanon.

Man critically injured in UAV barrage dies of his wounds

Michael Samara, critically injured after being hit by an interceptor following Hezbollah's 'stream of UAVs,' succumbs to his wounds days after the strike.

IDF estimates: Hezbollah rethinking its attack on Israel

Hezbollah attack could inflict much greater damage on Israel than Iranian counterpart; terror group weighing its response against potential Israeli retaliation, report says.

Israeli officials estimate:

Hezbollah may try to harm a senior Israeli figure

Reports in Lebanon claim that Hezbollah is looking for a "fat target," and the Israelis understand this as an intention to harm a senior Israeli figure.

Gallant to Lebanese people:

'Those who play with fire should expect destruction'

Defense Minister posts unusual Arabic-language warning to the Lebanese people on his X account, says Israel will "fight with all its might" if attacked.

Macron to Netanyahu:

'Avoid a cycle of reprisals in the Middle East'

French President urges Netanyahu to "avoid a cycle of reprisals that would put the populations and stability of the region at risk", after making a similar plea to Iranian counterpart.

Report:

Hezbollah could strike Israel independent of Iran

Sources tell CNN Hezbollah looks increasingly like it may strike Israel independent of whatever Iran may intend to do, adding Hezbollah is moving faster than Iran in its planning.

Gallant in northern Israel:

'Nasrallah may drag Lebanon to pay a very heavy toll'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant visited a military exercise in northern Israel and warned that Lebanon would pay the price for Hezbollah's actions.

Residents of the North instructed to stay near safe areas

Residents of the North receive instructions to limit activities and stay near safe areas, due to IDF activity in Lebanon.

Northern Israel:

18 injured, 1 critically, in UAV explosion

UAV explosions in northern Israel leave one critically injured, three others lightly to moderately injured, in multiple locations in northern Israel. Hezbollah: 'We launched a stream of UAVs.'

IDF intercepts UAV fired from Lebanon towards the Galilee

Sirens sound in Kerem Ben Zimra and Gush Halav in the Upper Galilee. IDF says the Aerial Defense Array successfully intercepted a suspicious aerial target that crossed from Lebanon. No injuries were reported.

Blinken warns:

'The Middle East is at a critical moment'

US Secretary of State calls on parties in the Middle East to work to ease tensions, claims a Gaza ceasefire would unlock possibilities for more enduring calm.

IDF estimates:

Hezbollah attempted significant attack on border

Three UAVs fired towards IDF command center on Israel-Lebanon border, moderately injuring officer and soldier moderately.

Sirens in the north:

Direct hit in the Hula Valley, IDF officer and soldier injured

Sirens heard in a number of towns in the Galilee. IDF says a fall was identified adjacent to Ayelet HaShahar. IDF officer and soldier moderately injured and evacuated to hospital.

'Highly volatile situation'

Britain withdraws families of staff in Beirut embassy

Britain announces it has withdrawn the families of embassy staff in Beirut amid concerns of escalation with Israel.

Rocket hits factory in Kiryat Shmona

Two rockets were launched at Kiryat Shmona from Lebanon, one hit a factory and another landed in an open area, causing a fire.

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Israel eliminates key Hezbollah operative

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorist Ali Nazih Abed Ali, who played a key role in the terror group's Southern Front.

Arab reports:

Israel struck a Syrian airport near the border with Lebanon

Lebanese media report that Israel struck the Dabaa Airport in Syria which a hub for the transfer of weapons to Hezbollah.

Biden speaks to Netanyahu:

'Committed to Israel’s security against all threats from Iran'

Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President Biden speak for about 30 minutes amid tensions with Lebanon and Iran. White House: The two discussed new defensive US military deployments to support Israel's defense.

After barrage on the north:

IAF strikes Hezbollah launcher in Lebanon

IAF strikes Hezbollah launcher from which projectiles were launched after Hezbollah launches numerous projectiles from Lebanon.

Nasrallah threatens:

'A new stage in the war with Israel has begun'

Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah discussed the elimination of his top military commander Fuad Shukr, saying that it will 'increase our determination and will.'

Iranian report:

Iranian military adviser killed in Israeli strike in Beirut

Fars news agency reports that Milad Bedi, an Iranian military adviser, was also killed in the Israeli strike in Beirut in which Hezbollah military commander Fuad Shukr was eliminated.

US to citizens:

Do not travel to Lebanon

The US State Department raised its advisory level to 4 citing 'rising tensions between Hezbollah and Israel.' United Airlines, Delta, and British Airways have canceled flights to Israel.

Gallant to Austin:

'Shukr elimination direct response to attack on Majdal Shams'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant briefed US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on the IDF’s operation to eliminate Hezbollah’s most senior military commander, Fuad Shukr 'Sayyid Muhsan'.

Defense Min. visits 'Arrow' base: We're prepared for any scenario

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant visits Arrow missile battery, says Israel 'does not want war,' but is 'prepared for all possibilities.'

Following Fuad Shukr elimination, Israel closes some airspace

Airports Authority closes part of Israel's airspace, out of caution following elimination of Hezbollah's number two, Fuad Shukr, in Lebanon.

Hezbollah's initial response to Fuad Shukr's assassination

Twelve hours after the elimination of Hezbollah's number 2, Fuad Shukr, terror group says it is 'waiting for results regarding his fate.'

White House:

'Our commitment to Israel’s security is ironclad'

Commenting on tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, US National Security Council Spokesperson says Israel "has a right to defend itself against the severe threats it faces".

Vice President Harris:

‘Israel has a right to defend itself against Hezbollah'

US Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to reporters after Israel eliminated senior Hezbollah commander: Israel has a right to defend itself against a terrorist organization like Hezbollah, but we still must work on a diplomatic solution.

IDF spokesman:

'Eliminated terrorist was responsible for Majdal Shams massacre'

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari after the elimination of terrorist Fuad Shukr: We do not seek a war, but we are well prepared for it.

IDF confirms:

Hezbollah's number 2, Fuad Shukr, was eliminated

IDF confirms the Hezbollah commander responsible for the Majdal Shams massacre in Beirut was eliminated.

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Israeli killed in rocket attack from Lebanon

3 days after 12 children were massacred in a Hezbollah rocket attack in Majdal Shams, a man was killed in a rocket attack in Kibbutz HaGoshrim in the Galilee.

Hezbollah preparing for attack on Israel

Sources in Hezbollah say terror group prepared to strike Ramat David military base, as well as Israeli military bases in Haifa, Golan Heights.

Iranian President-elect:

'Israeli attack in Lebanon will have severe consequences'

Iranian President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian speaks to French President, says Israeli attack on Lebanon “could backfire and have severe consequences for the Zionists themselves.”

Amid Israel-Hezbollah tensions:

Britain issues Lebanon travel warning

Britain urges its nationals to leave Lebanon and advises against traveling there, amid concerns over Israeli retaliation for Majdal Shams rocket attack.

Report:

US trying to dissuade Israel from attacking in Beirut

The United States is leading a diplomatic dash to deter Israel from striking Beirut or major civil infrastructure in response to rocket attack on Majdal Shams.

Second time in two days

Watch: UAV intercepted on its way to Karish rig

Israeli Navy's Sa'ar 6-class corvette, in cooperation with the IAF, intercept UAV fired from Lebanon in the area of Israel’s economic waters.

Mutliple airlines cancel flights to Lebanon

Lufthansa group, Middle East Airlines, and several other airlines cancel flights to Beirut for July 29, 30, due to fears of escalation following Hezbollah rocket attack on children in soccer field.

US warns citizens against traveling to Lebanon

US warns airlines may adjust flight schedules to and from Lebanon, 'strongly urges' US citizens to 'reconsider' travel to Lebanon.

Likud MK:

In Lebanon, terror serves as a tool - we must respond accordingly

MK Amit Halevi responds to rocket attack on Majdal Shams soccer field, warns, 'If we continue to only respond to Hezbollah, that will be a strategic mistake.'

Lebanon:

Two dead, three injured, in attack on vehicle and motorcycle

Multiple injured after vehicle struck by Israeli UAV between Meiss Ej Jabal and Chaqra in southern Lebanon, reports say.