Early Monday morning, a drone attack carried out by Hezbollah struck an Israeli army base near Binyamina in northern Israel, resulting in the deaths of four soldiers and severe injuries to seven others, according to the Israeli military.
The incident marks a significant escalation in tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border, raising concerns over the potential for further conflict in the region. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have heightened security measures and are assessing the situation closely.
Hezbollah, the Lebanon-based militant group, has not immediately claimed responsibility for the attack. However, the Israeli military has attributed the drone strike to the organization, citing intelligence reports.
Local residents near Binyamina reported hearing explosions and seeing smoke rising from the direction of the military base. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene, providing medical assistance to the injured soldiers who were transported to nearby hospitals.
Israeli authorities are currently investigating the incident and have vowed to respond appropriately. “This unprovoked attack on our soldiers will not go unanswered,” an IDF spokesperson stated.
The use of drones in military operations by non-state actors like Hezbollah represents a growing concern for regional security. Analysts warn that such capabilities could lead to more sophisticated and hard-to-detect assaults.
The international community is watching closely as developments unfold, with calls for restraint to prevent further escalation of hostilities in the already volatile region.
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Israel military says Hezbollah drone attack in northern Israel killed four soldiers
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