Southern Lebanon was bombarded overnight by the Israeli military, with attacks targeting a major market in Nabatiyeh city and destroying a mosque in Kfar Tebnit. The IDF claimed to have hit dozens of Hezbollah targets in the region, leading to clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters in Ramiya village. The Lebanese Red Cross reported injuries among their volunteers due to airstrikes in southern Lebanon.
Secret Hamas documents revealed detailed planning for the October 7 attacks and efforts to recruit Hezbollah and Iran for support. Hamas referred to the attacks as “The Big Project” and avoided minor clashes with Israel to maintain the element of surprise. The documents show that Hamas sought assistance from Iran and Hezbollah, who were supportive but needed time to prepare for the assault.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin expressed concerns over Israeli attacks on UN peacekeeping positions during a call with his Israeli counterpart, emphasizing the importance of ensuring the safety of UN and Lebanese forces. Austin also highlighted the need to address the humanitarian situation in Gaza while reaffirming the U.S.’ commitment to Israel’s security.
In separate incidents, patients were evacuated from Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza after being threatened by Israeli forces. The IDF declared a closed military zone in northern Israel near the border with Lebanon, without providing specific reasons for the action. The World Health Organization reported that almost half of health care centers in Lebanon have closed due to escalating violence, leading to significant challenges for the health system in the country.
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