IDF strikes dozens of targets in Lebanon following barrage on Metula

For the first time in over three months, Hezbollah launches barrage towards Metula; three intercepted. 'The law for Metula is the law for Beirut.' Sirens sounded Saturday morning in Metula, after the first barrage in three months was fired towards the city. Six missiles were launched in the 7:30 a.m. barrage, activating sirens throughout the area. The IDF confirmed that three launches were intercepted, while the rest did not cross into Israeli territory.

The IDF later reported, "A short while ago, the IDF struck dozens of Hezbollah rocket launchers and a command center from which Hezbollah terrorists were operating in southern Lebanon." "The rocket fire launched this morning (Saturday) toward the Galilee constitutes a blatant violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon and is a direct threat to the citizens of the State of Israel. The State of Lebanon bears responsibility for upholding the agreement. "The IDF will continue to act as required in order protect Israeli citizens."

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir held a situational assessment following the barrage. He then said, "The IDF will respond forcefully to the fire. The country of Lebanon bears responsibility for upholding the agreement. There are no changes to the guidelines for the home front."   (Read More)