Five Lebanese soldiers injured in Kfara explosion, south Lebanon
Five Lebanese soldiers were lightly wounded after a suspicious object exploded in Kfara, Bint Jbeil district, the Lebanese army said.
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AIThe Lebanese army announced that five soldiers were injured today in the town of Kfara, Bint Jbeil district in southern Lebanon, following the explosion of a suspicious object.
In a statement posted on its X account, the army said: "Five soldiers sustained minor injuries in Kfara – Bint Jbeil as a result of a hostile Israeli attack, while an army vehicle was accompanying residents in the town."
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The army later issued a second statement: "Further to the previous statement regarding five soldiers sustaining minor injuries, an inspection by the specialized unit determined that the explosion was caused by a suspicious object. Investigations are ongoing to uncover further details."
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On Saturday, the Israeli military announced it had killed several Hezbollah members in the Ali Taher heights area of southern Lebanon, despite a declared ceasefire, and that one of its own soldiers was wounded.
Lebanese Armed Forces Commander General Rudolf Hikal reiterated on Saturday the army's rejection of any Israeli presence on Lebanese territory, affirming that the army will continue to support citizens and assist their return to their areas despite ongoing challenges.