Israeli Raids Capture Hezbollah and Iranian Operatives

Israeli naval commandos conducted a daring operation in the northern Lebanese town of Batroun, capturing Imad Amhaz, a senior Hezbollah operative believed to be a key source on Hezbollah's naval activities. The operation, involving elite IDF units, marks the first time Israel has announced deploying troops so far into northern Lebanon. While the Israeli military confirmed the raid and the capture, Lebanese authorities and Hezbollah condemned it as an act of 'Zionist aggression,' with the Lebanese government asserting Amhaz is merely a civilian sea captain. This incident comes amid escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with fears of a broader regional conflict. Simultaneously, Israeli forces captured Ali Soleiman al-Assi, an alleged Iranian operative in southern Syria, who was reportedly gathering intelligence for potential future attacks, further intensifying regional security concerns.