Iran launches missile wave targeting IDF forces operating at Israel-Lebanon border — direct strike at IDF ground forces in Lebanon operation
Iranian state media reported that Tehran launched a wave of missiles targeting Israeli forces operating in and around the Israel-Lebanon border — directly targeting IDF ground forces conducting the Lebanon invasion. The strike represents Iran's first publicly stated direct targeting of IDF ground forces in the Lebanon theater, distinct from the general missile salvos on central and northern Israeli territory.
Actor responses
Iranian state media reported Tehran launched missiles targeting Israeli forces operating at the Israel-Lebanon border. Iran framed the strike as targeting IDF military forces conducting the Lebanon ground invasion, distinguishing it from general strikes on Israeli territory.
IDF activated alerts in northern Israel and reported incoming ballistic missile fire from Iran targeting the Lebanon border area. IDF stated air defense systems were engaged and ground operations in Lebanon continued.
US CENTCOM confirmed awareness of the Iranian missile salvo targeting the Israel-Lebanon border and stated Aegis-equipped destroyers in the eastern Mediterranean were providing intercept support.
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