Hezbollah Drone Swarm Over Israel, Unprecedented Retaliation
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THE EARLY PHOENIX
Aug 12, 2024
Drone Swarm Over Israel Sparks Fires
Hezbollah militants launched a drone swarm into Israel from Lebanon on August 11, 2024, following the IDF’s targeted killing of senior commander Samer Mahmoud al-Haj. Drones caused fires and damage, leading Israel to intercept one and launch airstrikes on Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon.
In response to escalating threats, the IDF doubled its UAV presence over Lebanon and intensified GPS jamming near Eilat and along the northern border, affecting navigation apps.
Rocket Victim Saves Six Lives Through Organ Donation
Michael Samara, who tragically died from injuries sustained during a failed Iron Dome interception of Hezbollah’s strikes on August 6, 2024, has saved six lives through the donation of his organs. Samara, a 27-year-old student who had recently returned to Israel from the Czech Republic, was critically injured on August 6. His family donated his organs, leading to life-saving transplants for patients, from a seven-month-old baby to a 65-year-old woman. Samara’s heart, lungs, kidneys, and liver provided new hope across multiple hospitals.
Hezbollah’s Deputy Chief Vows Painful Retaliatory Strike Against Israel
Hezbollah’s Deputy Chief, Sheikh Ali Daamoush,declared a decisive and painful retaliatory strike against Israel, emphasizing that there will be no retreat regardless of the consequences. Daamoush criticized the U.S., U.K., and Germany for arming Israel, holding them responsible for ongoing conflicts. He condemned Israel’s recent assassinations and hinted at a powerful military response, stressing that Hezbollah’s actions would surpass psychological warfare. He reaffirmed that Hezbollah’s leadership will determine the timing and nature of the retaliation based on battlefield conditions and opportunities.
Hezbollah Intensifies Rocket Attacks on Israel, Escalating Tensions Further
Hezbollah militia continued launching rockets at Israeli cities and settlements, igniting multiple fires and raising international fears of a direct war. Early Monday, at least 30 rockets were fired from Lebanon towards Nahariya and other Galilee areas, with Israel intercepting some. Hezbollah targeted Israel’s 146th Division’s new command center near Nahariya with Katyusha rockets, responding to Israeli strikes on southern Lebanese villages.he group also targeted Israeli surveillance equipment in Al-Mutalla, reportedly destroying it. Israeli forces are battling several fires in western Galilee triggered by the rocket attacks, as tensions escalate.
Hezbollah Evacuates Beirut Headquarters, Preparing Major Attack on Israel
Hezbollah evacuated its Beirut headquarters on Monday, moving personnel and infrastructure to an undisclosed location, signaling preparation for an anticipated attack on Israel. Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri stated that a Hezbollah strike against Israel is imminent and possibly coordinated with Iran. Israeli intelligence reports suggest Iran and Hezbollah may launch a joint assault within days, potentially before Gaza ceasefire talks. The anticipated attack could involve missile and drone strikes targeting Israel’s densely populated central region. Israeli political and defense institutions are considering preemptive actions to counter the impending threat.
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