Following a renewed attack by Hezbollah militants on Israeli targets in the disputed Shebaa Farms area, Israeli fighter jets targeted the militants' hideouts in southern Lebanon. According to Lebanese sources, two Lebanese civilians were injured during the Israeli airstrikes. Earlier, the Lebanese army acted to contain rising tensions near the Lebanon-Israel border by arresting six Palestinians who, according to official sources, were preparing to launch rockets at Israeli targets.
Attack on Hezbollah Militants in Lebanon - 2002-04-06
Hezbollah militants launched attacks on Israeli targets, prompting Israeli airstrikes on their positions in southern Lebanon, which resulted in civilian injuries. The Lebanese army intervened by arresting Palestinians to manage escalating tensions along the border.
👥 Key Players
⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
Israeli fighter jets attacked Hezbollah militants in southern Lebanon after renewed attacks on Israeli targets.
- Israeli fighter jets attack Hezbollah militants
- Lebanese army arrest six Palestinians
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The attack underscores the volatility of the Lebanon-Israel border and the ongoing conflict involving Hezbollah.
📝 Key Evidence
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