A Hezbollah explosive device killed an Israeli soldier and wounded seven others, including senior officers, during a military operation near the Litani River in southern Lebanon, the Israeli military confirmed.
Casualties and Investigation
The deceased soldier was identified as Master Sgt. (res.) Alexander Filin, 29, from Haifa. An initial probe by the Israel Defense Forces suggests the blast was caused by a Hezbollah device, though the investigation remains ongoing. The military also reported separate explosive drone attacks in the area.
Retaliatory Strikes
Following the incident, Israeli forces launched artillery strikes against Hezbollah infrastructure, highlighting escalating tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border. The situation remains volatile, with both sides exchanging fire.
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