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Israeli Naval Commandos Capture Hezbollah Operative in Batroun, Northern Lebanon Raid

Nov 2, 2024, 11:20 AM

Israeli naval commandos conducted a raid in Batroun, northern Lebanon, capturing a Hezbollah operative. The operation, which took place on Friday, involved over 25 soldiers, including marines and divers, who arrived via speedboats and conducted a maritime landing. The raid targeted a chalet near the beach in the Tripoli area, where the individual was alone. The operation reportedly took place early in the morning and was coordinated with the German navy, part of the UNIFIL mission. The captured individual is alleged to be a senior Hezbollah terrorist.