Israeli Forces Capture Senior Hezbollah Operative in Northern Lebanon
Israeli military forces have successfully captured a senior Hezbollah operative during a special forces amphibious raid in northern Lebanon's Batroun area. The operation was conducted by the elite Shayetet 13 unit, known for its strategic sabotage capabilities, similar to the U.S. Marines. The captured individual, identified as Imad Amhaz, is a captain of civilian ships and a prominent figure in Hezbollah's military wing, overseeing the militia's maritime activities.
The raid took place at dawn, as reported by both Israeli and Lebanese media. Eyewitnesses noted the presence of an unidentified military force conducting a landing operation on Batroun beach. Following the capture, the Israeli forces transported Amhaz back to Israeli territory using speedboats. The Israeli military has stated that the captured operative is currently under investigation by Unit 504, an intelligence unit within the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
Lebanon's government is reportedly investigating the incident, which has been described by Hezbollah as an act of “Zionist aggression.” The group has not provided further details but has confirmed the occurrence of the raid. The IDF reiterated its commitment to act decisively to protect Israel and its citizens, signaling that such operations may continue in the future.
This incident follows a previous claim by Hezbollah of an attack on an Israeli naval base on September 23, which the IDF did not confirm but stated that no injuries were reported. The ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah highlight the volatile security situation in the region, with both sides engaging in military actions that could escalate further.
