IDF eliminates Hezbollah fighter in southern Lebanon operation

Servicemen of the Israel Defence Forces eliminated a Hezbollah militant during operations in southern Lebanon, according to an official statement released on March 27, 2026.

The IDF press service said that in recent days, the 401st Brigade had launched operations in the area. During these activities, Israeli troops identified a Hezbollah militant who emerged from an underground shaft and opened fire on them.

“During their operations in the area, the soldiers identified a Hezbollah terrorist emerging from a shaft while opening fire toward them.
The soldiers quickly responded and engaged, returning fire and eliminating the terrorist. There were no IDF casualties.

Subsequently, the soldiers conducted searches in the area and located the shaft from which the terrorist emerged. In the compound, maps and various types of weapons were located, including firearms, RPG missiles, and equipment for extended stays.

The IDF will continue to operate with determination against Hezbollah, which chose to join the attacks on Israel and operate on behalf of the Iranian terror regime, and will not allow harm to the residents of Israel,” the statement added.

By Tamilla Hasanova