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Israeli Raid in South Lebanon Kills Municipal Worker, Triggers Backlash in Blida

The overnight incursion deepens strains on a year-old ceasefire, drawing accusations of a sovereignty violation from Lebanese leaders.

Overview

  • Lebanon’s National News Agency reported Israeli troops entered Blida around 1:30 a.m. and withdrew near 4:00 a.m.
  • Municipal employee Ibrahim Salameh was killed while sleeping in the town hall, according to state media and local officials.
  • The Israeli military confirmed an operation against Hezbollah infrastructure, said troops fired after identifying an immediate threat, and noted the incident is under review.
  • Residents burned tyres in protest and blocked a UNIFIL convoy, while the Lebanese army deployed and UN peacekeepers said they had no immediate details.
  • Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned the raid as a blatant attack on state institutions and sovereignty, as reporting notes Israel’s continued strikes and retained positions despite the ceasefire.