IDF's 98th Division gains control over Hezbollah-ridden town in southern Lebanon
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Key Points:
- The IDF's 98th Division is close to gaining operational control over Bint Jbail, a southern Lebanese town considered a Hezbollah stronghold with several dozen terrorists, including Radwan Force operatives, present.
- Hezbollah has launched about 50 rockets toward Israel since Thursday morning, with around 40 crossing into Israeli territory and being intercepted by the IDF.
- Israeli strikes on Thursday have reportedly killed approximately 300 people in Lebanon, according to Lebanese sources cited by Reuters.
- The 98th Division has also been active in Gaza, targeting individuals who violated the ceasefire, including a commander involved in the October 7 invasion of Israeli territory.
- Alongside the 98th Division, the IDF's 91st, 36th, and 146th Divisions are engaged in operations in southern Lebanon to counter Hezbollah threats and strengthen Israel's defensive posture.
