Israeli drone attack hits vehicle in southern Lebanon, casualties reported

2026-02-09 - 07:46

Shafaq News- Beirut On Monday, an Israeli drone strike targeted a vehicle in the Southern Lebanese town of Yanouh, resulting in casualties, according to local media. The outlets did not clarify the number of casualties or the extent of material damage. Meanwhile, the Israeli military confirmed the operation, describing the target as a Hezbollah operative in the area. #عاجل !!️استهدف جيش الدفاع قبل قليل عنصرًا إرهابيًا من حزب الله في منطقة يانوح بجنوب لبنان. — كابتن إيلا Captain Ella (@CaptainElla1) February 9, 2026 The Lebanese group has yet to comment on the incident. Earlier today, Lebanon’s Islamic Group, a Sunni political and religious organization, confirmed that Israel detained one of its senior officials in southern Lebanon, though the individual’s identity was not disclosed. Despite a US-brokered ceasefire reached on November 27, 2024, Israeli forces continue to hold five positions south of the Litani River and carry out strikes across southern and eastern Lebanon, as well as Beirut’s southern suburbs. UNIFIL has recorded more than 10,000 Israeli violations, while Lebanon’s Health Ministry reports over 340 deaths and more than 970 injuries, including women and children.