Israeli Airstrike on a Government Building in Southern Lebanon Kills 13 Security Personnel

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Beirut, April 10 (Reporter Shen Feng, Cao Changhao) The Lebanese General Directorate of General Security issued a statement on the 10th, saying that Israeli airstrikes targeted the government building in the southern city of Nabatiyeh that day, resulting in the deaths of 13 security personnel.

The statement said that the Israeli military attacked the government building in Nabatiyeh, which houses the regional office of the General Directorate of General Security.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun issued a statement condemning the Israeli attack and emphasized that Israel's attacks on Lebanese national institutions and security agencies will not prevent Lebanon from exercising its right to defend its territory and sovereignty. He once again called on the international community to take responsibility and take action to stop Israeli aggression.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
13 security personnel
Activity
Israeli airstrike on a government building
Location
Nabatieh · Lebanon
Unit
Israeli Defense Forces
Time
April 10, 2023
Equipment
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Summary

On April 10, 2023, the Israeli Defense Forces conducted an airstrike on a government building in Nabatieh, Lebanon, resulting in the deaths of 13 security personnel. The building was home to the National Security Directorate's local branch. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the attack and urged the international community to take action against Israeli aggression.

Key Facts
  • Israeli airstrike targeted a government building in Nabatieh, Lebanon.
  • 13 security personnel were killed in the attack.
  • The building housed the National Security Directorate's Nabatieh branch.
  • Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the attack.
  • Aoun called for international action against Israeli aggression.