Major Drone Attack in Northern Israel Leaves Over 60 Injured

More than 60 people have been injured, several critically, in a significant drone attack in northern Israel. First responders have confirmed the high number of injuries, making this incident one of the deadliest since the outbreak of conflict last October. Fortunately, there have been no immediate reports of fatalities.

The attack was reportedly carried out by Hezbollah, which stated it launched a swarm of attack drones targeting an Israeli “Golani” infantry training camp located in Binyamina, south of Haifa. This assault was characterized by the group as a retaliation for recent Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon that resulted in the deaths of 22 individuals and injuries to 117, as reported by the Lebanese Ministry of Health.

In response to the threat, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that they had intercepted an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) launched from Lebanon, although specific details regarding the interception site were not disclosed.

United Hatzalah, a rescue service, reported providing assistance to over 60 injured individuals, with varying degrees of injury ranging from critical to light. Helicopters and ambulances were deployed to evacuate the wounded to hospitals across the region.

The Hillel Yaffe Medical Center confirmed it was treating 36 casualties from the incident, describing it as a “UAV incident” with various injury levels. Sheba Tel Hashomer Medical Center reported treating three people from Binyamina, two of whom are in critical condition. Other facilities, including Rambam Hospital in Haifa and Emek Medical Center, also reported multiple patients receiving treatment.

As the situation continues to develop, the IDF has been approached for further details regarding the drone attack and its implications. The attack raises significant concerns about escalating tensions in the region and the safety of both military personnel and civilians.