Barrage of 100 Rockets Launched from Lebanon
Approximately 100 rockets were fired at Israel Wednesday evening by the Hezbollah terrorist organization, prompting interception efforts and retaliatory strikes by the Israeli Air Force against launch sites and other Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.
The Israel Defense Forces confirmed the attack shortly after 8:20 p.m., reporting that multiple communities came under rocket fire within a short period of time.
Shortly after 8:20 pm, the IDF Spokesperson’s Unit stated: “In the past few minutes, the Hezbollah terrorist organization launched rockets toward several areas in Israel. Along with the intercepting effort, the Israeli Air Force is currently striking ready-to-launch projectile launchers and additional infrastructure sites belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization across Lebanon.”
“The public is requested to follow the Home Front Command’s defensive guidelines. The IDF will not tolerate any harm to Israeli civilians and will forcibly respond against any threat posed to the State of Israel.”
Reports from the field indicated that several rockets struck in different areas, with initial information suggesting that people were injured in the attacks.
Earlier in the evening, Mate Asher Regional Council chairman Moshe Davidovich issued an urgent message to residents urging heightened caution. Davidovich, who also heads the Confrontation Line Forum, advised residents of the Mateh Asher region to remain near protected spaces and limit unnecessary activity outside their homes.
The warning came after what he described as a series of alerts from security officials, leading him to instruct residents to be prepared to reach shelters or safe rooms quickly if necessary.
Across a number of northern communities, local authorities announced that extracurricular programs, public gatherings, and social events scheduled for the evening would be canceled as a precaution.
At the same time, numerous messages circulated widely on social media and WhatsApp groups claiming that a “significant missile barrage” could be imminent.
Despite those reports, the IDF Home Front Command stated that it had not issued any warning of unusual incoming fire expected overnight, and that no changes had been made to official civilian defense guidelines.
Responding to the growing speculation, IDF spokesman Brigadier General Efi Defrin addressed the public.
“I am aware of the public discourse in recent hours regarding the possibility of increased shooting. I want to emphasize that there is no change in the Home Front Command’s defense policy as of this moment. The IDF is prepared for strong defense and will do whatever is necessary to protect the citizens of Israel.”
He added that the situation continues to be closely monitored and emphasized the importance of following official safety instructions.
“We continue to conduct ongoing situation assessments and will update you on any changes, if any. I emphasize – continue to obey the Home Front Command’s instructions. They save lives.”
{Matzav.com}
