Hezbollah Launches 60 Rockets at Israel; IDF Kills Senior Operative Ali Nazih Abed Ali

Aug 2, 2024, 05:46 PM

Hezbollah launched dozens of rockets from Lebanon towards northern Israel, marking the first attack in over 48 hours. The rockets targeted the Western Galilee, with many intercepted by Israel's Iron Dome defense system. This attack is reportedly in retaliation for the killing of Hezbollah's military chief in Beirut. In response, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) conducted airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, including a strike that killed senior Hezbollah operative Ali Nazih Abed Ali in Bazourieh. The IDF also targeted Hezbollah's rocket launchers and other assets in the region, including airstrikes near the Syrian border. Explosions were reported in Haifa and Kiryat Shmona. The situation remains tense as both sides continue to exchange fire. IDF drones were also spotted over southern Lebanon, and airstrikes targeted areas near Ramim Ridge. Reports indicate that 60 rockets were launched, with 15 intercepted.