Israel launches limited military operation in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah

news.yahoo.com October 1, 2024, 08:00 AM UTC

Israel has launched a limited military operation into Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah after days of airstrikes. The operation aims to push Hezbollah forces back from the border and eliminate their ability to launch attacks on northern Israel. This move follows a two-week campaign that included the death of Hezbollah's leader. Israel is focused on avoiding a full-scale invasion, recalling the challenges faced during its last ground war in Lebanon in 2006. Despite the escalation, Hezbollah's response has been limited so far. Israel has evacuated around 60,000 civilians from northern areas due to increased rocket and drone attacks from Hezbollah.


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