Israeli army attacks hezbollah targets near beirut after rockets launched from lebanon

Israeli Air Force F-16I fighter jets. Credit: Maj. Ofer via Wikimedia Commons.

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On Sunday night into Monday morning, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) carried out airstrikes against key Hezbollah members in the Beirut area, the capital of Lebanon

The action came in direct response to the launch of several rockets by the Iranian-backed terrorist group towards Israeli territory.

According to information released by the Israeli army itself, some projectiles were fired from Lebanon during the early morning hours.

At least one of them was successfully intercepted by the Israeli Air Force, while the others fell in open areas, causing no casualties or significant damage.

In immediate reaction, the Chief of Staff of the Israeli Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, conducted a situation assessment with the general command and ordered troops to prepare for continuous offensive and defensive operations.

He stated that Hezbollah had launched a campaign against Israel that night and that the group was entirely responsible for any escalation in the conflict.

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Zamir emphasized that Israeli forces were prepared for this type of scenario as part of regular Operation “Roaring Lion” training exercises.

He made it clear that any threat to Israel’s security or the population of northern Israel would have a high cost for those responsible, stating that the army would not allow the Israeli people or the northern border to be harmed.

The IDF reinforced that Hezbollah acts on behalf of the Iranian regime and that, by deciding to enter the war, the group has attracted a strong response.

The Israeli military further warned that the terrorist organization is leading Lebanon to ruin with its actions, and that Israel will respond firmly to any initiative in this regard.

This episode marks a significant escalation in tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, reigniting confrontations after a period of relative calm on the northern border.

Published in 03/02/2026 09h11

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