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Lebanese authorities have detained several individuals linked to planned rocket attacks on Israel, confiscating weapons in a raid near Sidon. This follows earlier arrests related to rocket fire that prompted Israeli airstrikes. President Aoun emphasizes the need for careful handling of disarming Hezbollah amid ongoing tensions.
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Lebanon's military has intensified actions against Hamas following recent rocket attacks from its territory into Israel. The Higher Defence Council has warned Hamas against compromising national security, leading to the handover of suspects involved in the attacks. Israeli airstrikes have continued in response to these incidents, raising tensions in the region.
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On May 5, 2025, the Lebanese Army raided a Captagon manufacturing plant near the Syrian border, seizing a large quantity of pills and production equipment. This operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region, particularly linked to the Syrian civil war and its aftermath.