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At this stage, the IDF does not know how to explain how the rocket barrage, which caused the fatal impact this morning (Wednesday) in Safed, penetrated through the multi-layered air defense system. The question is now under investigation. , from the range of the rockets fired at Israel, and therefore has not yet taken responsibility for the shooting, as it has done in recent months shortly after a terrorist act.
In response to the heavy barrage, the IDF launched extensive strikes in five different areas, against dozens of Hezbollah targets.
According to an estimate in the security establishment, Hezbollah operatives were killed in the attacks.
The assumption is that the political echelon will order another round of attacks against Hezbollah.
The scene of a rocket crash, Safed, February 14, 2024/Eli Ashkenazi
One woman was killed and eight people were injured this morning in a widespread rocket attack from Lebanon.
"It's a difficult morning. We've been at this event since October 7th and today was a step up," said Shoki Ohana, head of the town of Safed.
"We are in an emergency routine and on full alert. Businesses in the city are being damaged. The city has significant protection gaps. In Jerusalem they do not understand what is happening here, I call on the Prime Minister and the ministers to come here and provide solutions.
I spoke with the Minister of the Negev and the Galilee this morning.
We are asking for protection solutions and measures in the educational institutions. It is impossible to close our eyes. The Israeli government should do, not talk. Do a real act of protection."
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