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Israeli Military Sources: Assassination Attempt on Hezbollah Rocket Unit Commander Reportedly Unsuccessful

May 28, 2026
Israel Hezbollah military
Israel Hezbollah military

Israeli military officials have indicated that an operation targeting Ali al-Husseini, who commands the rocket unit within Hezbollah, did not achieve its intended result, according to sources within the Israeli Defense Forces.

The apparent failure of the targeted operation marks a significant development in the ongoing tensions between Israel and the Lebanese militant group. Al-Husseini's position as head of the rocket division makes him a key figure within Hezbollah's military infrastructure.

Israeli military sources characterized the operation as unsuccessful, though further details regarding the specifics of the attempt remain limited at this time.

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