Israeli strike hits Hezbollah arms depot in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley
Airstrike on Hezbollah depot in Bekaa Valley; 8 injured, no fatalities
On Monday evening, an Israeli strike targeted a Hezbollah arms depot in Lebanon’s eastern Bekaa Valley, according to the Israeli military. Two security sources confirmed there were no fatalities. Lebanon’s health ministry reported that among the eight injured, six were Lebanese citizens and two were Syrian children.
The Israeli military stated its air force struck several Hezbollah weapons storage sites in Beqaa. They noted secondary explosions after the strikes, indicating substantial weaponry at the targeted facilities. Earlier strikes in Deir Qanoun and Tayibe in southern Lebanon aimed at a senior Hezbollah militant in the Rocket and Missile Unit and a cell operating from a Hezbollah military structure.
Following the depot strike, the Lebanese Agricultural Scientific Research Authority decided to close its research stations in the Beqaa region as a precaution due to unexploded missiles in the vicinity.
On Saturday, the Israeli military reported an airstrike on a weapons depot used by militants, resulting in at least ten fatalities, including two children. In July, Israeli strikes hit another ammunition depot belonging to the Iranian-backed group in the town of Adloun in southern Lebanon, according to three security sources.
Since Hezbollah declared a “support front” with Palestinians after its ally Hamas attacked southern Israeli border communities on Oct. 7, there has been ongoing fire exchange between Israel and Hezbollah. The conflict in Lebanon has resulted in the deaths of 622 people, including 416 Hezbollah fighters and 132 civilians, according to a Reuters tally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What did the Israeli strike in Lebanon target?
A Hezbollah arms depot in Lebanon’s eastern Bekaa Valley.
Were there any casualties in the Israeli strike on the Hezbollah arms depot?
No fatalities, but eight people were injured.
Why did the Lebanese Agricultural Scientific Research Authority close its research stations?
As a precaution because unexploded missiles landed nearby.
What triggered the recent clashes between Israel and Hezbollah?
Hezbollah’s announcement of a ‘support front’ with Palestinians after Hamas attacked southern Israeli border communities.
How many people have been killed in Lebanon since the clashes started?
622 people, including 416 Hezbollah fighters and 132 civilians.
