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  • 09 Oct, 2024

Hezbollah Attacks Israeli Military Headquarters with Squadron of Drones

Hezbollah Attacks Israeli Military Headquarters with Squadron of Drones

The Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah says it has targeted an Israeli military headquarters in the northern occupied Palestinian territories with a squadron of suicide drones.

Hezbollah, the Lebanese resistance movement, has reportedly targeted an Israeli military headquarters in the northern occupied Palestinian territories using a squadron of suicide drones. The attack was launched from Lebanon on Israel’s newly established 91st Division in the Elite Barracks, located in the Upper Galilee region. This aerial assault resulted in casualties among the regime’s troops, with a number of them killed or injured. The attack was carried out in support of Gaza and in retaliation for the regime’s assassinations of Hezbollah members during attacks on several Lebanese towns.

Escalating Tensions and Retaliatory Strikes

Hezbollah and the Israeli military have been engaged in exchanges of fire along Lebanon’s southern border since the start of the Israeli conflict in Gaza. In response to a deadly Israeli attack on the southern part of Lebanon, Hezbollah fired more than 50 rockets towards the Beit Hillel settlement in the Upper Galilee region, triggering a fire there. Additionally, Hezbollah fired dozens of rockets towards the northern side of the occupied Palestinian territories as a retaliatory measure.

Context of Ongoing Conflict

The conflict between Hezbollah and Israel has been ongoing, with Hezbollah launching guided rockets and artillery shells at Israeli positions in the occupied Shebaa Farms in solidarity with Palestinians following an attack by Hamas on Israel. In response, Israel retaliated by launching drone strikes and artillery shells at Hezbollah positions near Lebanon's boundary with the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. This has led to significant displacement of individuals in both northern Israel and Lebanon.

International Response and Diplomatic Efforts

The United States has expressed its commitment to defending Israel if Hezbollah attacks from Lebanon, indicating a high level of international concern and involvement in the escalating tensions. Diplomatic efforts are also underway, with the United States using diplomacy to negotiate with Lebanese leaders, indirectly engaging with Hezbollah, while Israel is putting military pressure on the group through a mix of strikes on Hezbollah forces and leaders.

Future Implications and Potential All-Out War

The situation has raised concerns about the potential for a broader conflict, with some Israeli leaders suggesting the possibility of a broader war that could involve striking the Lebanese military as part of a larger offensive. The Israeli foreign minister has indicated that a decision on an all-out war with Hezbollah is imminent, following the release of Hezbollah drone footage of Haifa in northern Israel. This has been accompanied by warnings from Israeli generals about planning for an offensive into Lebanon.

In conclusion, the recent drone attack by Hezbollah on an Israeli military headquarters has further escalated tensions in the region, with retaliatory strikes and the potential for broader conflict looming on the horizon. The situation remains fluid, with diplomatic efforts and international involvement playing a crucial role in shaping the future trajectory of the conflict.