Israeli Army: We have taken out Hezbollah’s drone operator
1/8/2026 8:37:00 PM
Israeli army spokesperson Avichay Adraee wrote on X:
"Earlier today, the Israel Defense Forces attacked in the Zaita area in southern Lebanon and eliminated Alaa Hourani, who worked as a drone operator for Hezbollah.
During the war, he was involved in attempts to rebuild infrastructure, activate forces, and gather intelligence on IDF forces in the area. He was also engaged in efforts to rebuild Hezbollah’s military infrastructure in the region.
His activities are considered a violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon. The IDF will continue to act to eliminate any threat and to protect the citizens of the State of Israel."
"Earlier today, the Israel Defense Forces attacked in the Zaita area in southern Lebanon and eliminated Alaa Hourani, who worked as a drone operator for Hezbollah.
During the war, he was involved in attempts to rebuild infrastructure, activate forces, and gather intelligence on IDF forces in the area. He was also engaged in efforts to rebuild Hezbollah’s military infrastructure in the region.
His activities are considered a violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon. The IDF will continue to act to eliminate any threat and to protect the citizens of the State of Israel."