While Israeli airstrikes against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon have become routine since the ceasefire agreement (which Hezbollah had accepted), today marked a highly unusual escalation: a ground raid.
According to Lebanese media reports, an Israeli ground force crossed roughly 800 meters into Lebanese territory near the town of Houla before dawn. This location lies far beyond the internationally recognized border.
The force reportedly destroyed a “mysterious” target of unknown nature with a powerful explosion that was heard across the area, raising fears of further escalation.
Lebanese sources interpreted the operation as a veiled Israeli security message amid rising border tensions. Unlike the more frequent air operations, ground incursions remain rare and are perceived as deliberate, high-risk signals.