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Middle East Eye • April 26, 2026 02:25

Israeli military launches raids after government directive

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Israeli military launches raids after government directive




Israeli warplanes carried out airstrikes across southern Lebanon following instructions from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to target what were described as Hezbollah positions.  

According to the National News Agency, the raids hit several towns, including Haddatha, Zibqin, Khirbet Selm and Sultaniyeh. 


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Israeli military launches raids after government directive

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