Israeli forces have attacked Hadatha, a town in southern Lebanon, using artillery, following a pattern of repeated incursions. The attack has been condemned by local residents and international organizations.
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Israeli army attacks town in southern Lebanon
18 October 2026 16:15 BST
The Israeli military is attacking the town of Hadatha in the southern Lebanon area of Bint Jbeil with artillery shelling, according to Lebanese media.
Bint Jbeil has been repeatedly attacked by Israel over the last several months.
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