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Sky News Arabia: 14 Israeli Soldiers Killed in Hezbollah Ambush in Southern Lebanon

Oct 2, 2024, 12:15 PM

Israeli soldiers have reportedly been killed and injured in clashes with Hezbollah forces near the towns of Adaisseh and Maroun Al-Ras in southern Lebanon. Initial reports indicate that an ambush by Hezbollah resulted in the deaths of at least four Israeli soldiers and wounded up to 20 others as they attempted to enter Lebanon. Subsequent reports suggest that the number of Israeli soldiers killed has risen to 14, with up to 60 injured, according to Israeli sources cited by Sky News Arabia. Helicopters, including eight that arrived at hospitals in Haifa, have been seen evacuating casualties. The Israeli military is conducting ground operations in the area, and clashes have been ongoing since this morning.