In a daring overnight operation, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) executed a series of precision airstrikes and artillery bombardments that delivered a significant blow to Hezbollah's operational capabilities in southern Lebanon. This meticulous operation targeted multiple high-value Hezbollah assets and personnel, reaffirming Israel's commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty and security.
Elimination of Mustafa Hassan Salman
In a significant victory, the IDF neutralized Mustafa Hassan Salman, a 33-year-old Hezbollah terrorist operative from the town of Al-Qleila in southern Lebanon. Salman, a prominent figure within Hezbollah’s Rockets and Missiles Unit, was instrumental in orchestrating and executing numerous terror attacks against Israel. His removal marks a substantial disruption to Hezbollah’s offensive capabilities.
đź”´ IDF confirms killing Hezbollah terrorist Mustafa Hassan Salman in Lebanon strike pic.twitter.com/xsPLFoKfv1
— i24NEWS English (@i24NEWS_EN) July 8, 2024
Comprehensive Airstrikes Across Southern Lebanon
The Israel Air Force (IAF) executed a strategic assault on a Hezbollah military site in the Jabal Tourah area, located northeast of Tyre and Nabatieh. This strike is part of a broader campaign to dismantle Hezbollah's entrenched military infrastructure in the region.
Simultaneously, the IAF launched precision strikes on a Hezbollah weapons storage facility in Qabrikha and a military structure in Tallouseh. These strikes aimed to cripple Hezbollah's logistical and operational support systems. Additional terror infrastructure sites in Houla and Ayta ash Shab were also targeted, further diminishing Hezbollah’s ability to launch attacks against Israel.
IDF: Overnight, an IDF aircraft struck and eliminated the Hezbollah terrorist Mustafa Hassan Salman in the area of Qlaileh in southern Lebanon. Hassan Salman was an operative in Hezbollah's Rockets and Missiles Unit, who took part in the planning and execution of numerous terror… pic.twitter.com/uyvaZSzddd
— Israel War Room (@IsraelWarRoom) July 8, 2024
Coordinated Artillery Fire
In tandem with the aerial operations, IDF artillery units conducted targeted bombardments across several areas in southern Lebanon to eliminate imminent threats. This coordinated effort between air and ground forces underscores the IDF's capability to deliver multifaceted and synchronized military operations.
Previous Operation: The Elimination of Meitham Mustafa Altaar
This recent operation follows the IDF’s successful elimination of Meitham Mustafa Altaar, a senior engineer in Hezbollah's Aerial Defense Unit. Altaar was a key operative who played a crucial role in planning and executing terror attacks against Israel. His expertise, gained through multiple visits to Iran, significantly bolstered Hezbollah's arsenal with Iranian weapons. Altaar’s elimination has dealt a severe blow to Hezbollah’s aerial defense capabilities, further weakening the terrorist organization’s operational effectiveness.
Hezbollah: We mourn the martyr, the Mujahid, Mustafa Hassan Salman, from the town of Qulaila in southern Lebanon, who rose as a martyr on the road to Jerusalem.
— 🔻 mari 🔻 (@mariresisting) July 8, 2024
Glory to the martyrs. pic.twitter.com/t2Kl5wYBLg
Strategic Impact
The IDF's relentless operations against Hezbollah serve as a stark reminder of Israel's resolve to defend its citizens and territory from terrorist threats. By targeting and eliminating key figures and dismantling critical infrastructure, the IDF significantly disrupts Hezbollah's operational capabilities, thereby enhancing Israel's security and stability in the region.
The successful execution of these operations highlights the IDF's precision, intelligence, and strategic prowess in counterterrorism efforts, ensuring that threats are neutralized with minimal collateral damage. The continued vigilance and proactive measures by the IDF reaffirm Israel’s unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and security in the face of persistent threats from hostile entities.
