According to published information, Israeli forces are conducting operations to identify and destroy terrorist infrastructure, as well as eliminate militants. The statement notes that before the start of the ground operation, firepower was used, resulting in numerous targets being hit both from the air and from the ground.
This operation aims to "further strengthen advanced defensive positions," which, according to representatives of the IDF, should ensure the protection of citizens in northern Israel.
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah began on March 2, when the Lebanese group attacked the naval base in Haifa in support of Iran.
Last week, the Lebanese Ministry of Health reported 394 fatalities due to Israeli attacks, including 83 children. There were also 1,130 injuries reported.
On the other hand, the Israeli army confirmed the death of two of its soldiers during the hostilities.
On March 3, the IDF reported the elimination of Dawood Ali Zadeh, the commander of the Lebanese Quds unit, who became the temporary leader after the death of his predecessor, Hassan Mahdavi, who was also killed during the operation.
Earlier, Al-Mayadeen reported on Israel's attempt to conduct an airborne operation in the mountainous region of Lebanon to find the remains of Air Force navigator Ron Arad, who went missing after his F-4 Phantom was shot down in 1986. The pilot's family insists on halting the search if it poses a threat to the lives of military personnel.
