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Israel Authorizes Retaliatory Strike Against Hezbollah After Rocket Attack Kills 12 Children in Majdal Shams

Jul 28, 2024, 07:46 PM

Following a deadly rocket attack by Hezbollah on the town of Majdal Shams, which resulted in the deaths of at least 12 children, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant held an assessment with IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi and other senior defense officials. In response to the attack, Israel's security cabinet convened at the Kirya military headquarters in Tel Aviv at 4:00 PM (13:00 GMT). The cabinet meeting, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, concluded with members authorizing Netanyahu and Gallant to determine the type and timing of the retaliatory strike against Hezbollah. The decision underscores the gravity of the situation and the potential for further escalation with Lebanon.