“HEZBOLLAH FIRES ROCKETS AT ISRAEL; UN REPORTS WAR CRIMES”

Why in the news?

Hezbollah launched a heavy rocket barrage into Israel, targeting military bases including Mount Meron, in response to an airstrike killing senior commander Taleb Abdallah.

source:twp

About Hezbollah:

Shiite Islamic militant organization based in Lebanon.
Armament: Recognized as the world’s most heavily armed non-state actor with various missiles and rockets.
Formation: Founded during the Lebanese Civil War (1975-1990) amid ethnic and religious tensions.
Inspiration: Inspired by the Iranian Islamic Revolution (1979).
Objectives: Opposing Israel and Western influence in West Asia, supporting the Syrian government in its civil war.
Support: Backed by Iran with funds and training.

About Mount Meron:

Location: Upper Galilee region, northern Israel.
Elevation: Highest peak in Israel, standing at 1,208 meters (3,963 feet) above sea level.
Significance: Sacred to Jewish, Christian, and Druze communities.
Jewish Pilgrimage Site: Renowned for the annual Lag BaOmer celebrations at the tomb of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai.
Flora and Fauna: Rich biodiversity, part of a nature reserve encompassing forests and unique plant species.
Historical Importance: Archaeological sites dating back to ancient Jewish, Roman, and Crusader periods.
Military Presence: Houses a significant military radar station and other defense installations.

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