17 Apr 2024 | 05:06 PM UTC
Lebanon: Israeli airstrikes target Hizballah's military infrastructure in Iaat April 17
Israel strikes Iaat near Baalbek, Lebanon, April 17, targeting Hizballah positions. Further cross-border violence likely.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reportedly conducted airstrikes on Lebanese Hizballah (LH) positions in the town of Iaat just northwest of Baalbek on April 17. At least two people were reportedly injured in the attacks. The IDF's airstrikes come a few hours after the LH launched a barrage of projectiles into northern Israel, wounding at least 18 people in Aramsha.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business are likely in the affected area over the coming hours. Further cross-border violence is likely over the short term.
Avoid the impacted location until authorities give the all-clear. Plan for localized disruptions, allow additional time for travel, and seek alternative routes to circumvent the affected area. Heed all official directives.
The IDF has regularly retaliated against proejctile attacks by the LH; however, the it has increasingly begun targeting the LH's military infrastructure deeper inside Lebanon in an effort to deter the militant group from further attacks.
Baalbek, an LH stronghold, is located about 100 km (62 miles) from the Israeli border.
