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Israeli Soldiers Destroy Lebanese Solar Panels, Prompt Investigation

4/26/2026

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Israeli soldiers tore up civilian solar panels that powered hundreds of homes in Debel, Lebanon.
The Israel Defense Forces opened an investigation after video footage of the damage circulated.
A soldier who smashed a Jesus statue and the photographer were each removed from combat and sentenced to 30 days detention.
Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel would raze all Lebanese border villages except Christian communities.

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Israeli soldiers tore up civilian solar panels that powered hundreds of homes in Debel, Lebanon.
The Israel Defense Forces opened an investigation after video footage of the damage circulated.
A soldier who smashed a Jesus statue and the photographer were each removed from combat and sentenced to 30 days detention.
Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel would raze all Lebanese border villages except Christian communities.