The attack came as senior U.S. diplomats were in the region to push for cease-fires in Lebanon and Gaza, hoping to wind down the wars in the Middle East in the Biden administration’s final months.
The military reported that the drone was launched from Lebanon, along with two others, all targeting the Prime Minister's residence. Three combat helicopters attempted to intercept the drones but failed
The Israeli army has launched intensive attacks on Lebanon since late September in an escalation with Hezbollah, heightening concerns about a broader war
The military sources, who spoke anonymously, said Israeli infantry forces attempted to infiltrate the eastern edge of al-Dhahira village under the cover of artillery fire Saturday morning.
"In retaliation for the attacks on civilians and the massacres committed by the Zionist enemy, the Islamic Resistance launched a barrage of 'Fadi 1' missiles at the Carmel base south of Haifa on Sunday evening," the statement said.