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Israeli Soldier Killed as Hezbollah Launches 95 Attacks

3/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Israeli forces said Staff Sergeant Ori Greenberg, 21, of the Golani Brigade, was killed during a close-quarters battle in southern Lebanon at 2:10 a.m.
Two additional soldiers were seriously wounded in the past 24 hours and an officer was injured by friendly fire.
Hezbollah claimed to have conducted 95 operations on Wednesday.
Military officials expect increased incoming fire as Israeli forces extend their presence in southern Lebanon.

History

Historical Context

The Second Lebanon War erupted on July 12, 2006, following Hezbollah's cross-border raid that captured two Israeli soldiers. This conflict, rooted in the longstanding Israeli-Lebanese tensions dating back to Israel's 1978 invasion, resulted in over 1,000 Lebanese and 165 Israeli deaths. The war highlighted the ongoing instability in southern Lebanon, with military engagements continuing to threaten regional security.

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Story summary

Israeli forces said Staff Sergeant Ori Greenberg, 21, of the Golani Brigade, was killed during a close-quarters battle in southern Lebanon at 2:10 a.m.
Two additional soldiers were seriously wounded in the past 24 hours and an officer was injured by friendly fire.
Hezbollah claimed to have conducted 95 operations on Wednesday.
Military officials expect increased incoming fire as Israeli forces extend their presence in southern Lebanon.

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