Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets After Rocket Attack from Lebanon

Tensions flared on the Israel-Lebanon border as six rockets were fired from Lebanon at the northern Israeli town of Metula on Saturday morning. This marked the first rocket attack in the region since December, reigniting concerns over security along the volatile frontier.

IDF Responds with Airstrikes on Hezbollah Targets

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) swiftly responded with a wave of airstrikes targeting dozens of Hezbollah rocket launchers and a command center in southern Lebanon. According to the IDF, three of the rockets fired from Lebanon were intercepted by Israel’s air defense systems, while the remaining three reportedly fell short and landed within Lebanese territory. Fortunately, no injuries or damage were reported on the Israeli side.

Residents in Metula Fear for Safety

Following the attack, Metula Mayor David Azoulai expressed frustration over the security situation. He noted that some of the town’s residents, who had only recently returned after evacuating in November, decided to leave again due to safety concerns. “The return of residents to Metula under the current conditions is unreasonable. Metula residents won’t be held hostage to a security compromise,” Azoulai stated.

Hezbollah Denies Responsibility

Despite the IDF’s airstrikes on Hezbollah positions, the terror group denied any involvement in the rocket attack. This raises questions about the source of the assault, though Hezbollah has been involved in past cross-border escalations.

The situation remains tense as Israel continues to monitor the border for further threats, while the possibility of renewed conflict looms over the region.