Israeli Special Forces Launch Covert Raids in Lebanon as Naval Operations Expand Israeli special forces, including Mossad and the elite Shayetet 13 unit, conducted a high-profile raid on Lebanon’s Naqoura, marking the first such operation in the country since 2000. The move, announced by the Israel Navy, reflects a broader shift in Israel’s military strategy following the October 7 massacre, which intensified efforts to disrupt enemy operations through covert and aggressive actions. The raid, part of a new approach by the IDF and navy, underscores the growing role of naval special forces in targeting adversaries behind enemy lines. The operation in Naqoura, described as a significant escalation, highlights the navy’s willingness to take calculated risks. In a separate mission, five Shayetet 13 commandos were deployed thousands of kilometers from Israel with no immediate support or rescue plan, according to the navy. This level of operational boldness signals a departure from traditional tactics, emphasizing the navy’s focus on high-impact, low-visibility strikes. The decision to target Naqoura, a strategic location along Lebanon’s southern coast, aligns with Israel’s broader efforts to disrupt Hezbollah’s capabilities and assert control over maritime zones. The navy’s collaboration with Mossad has reached new heights in recent years, with joint operations targeting key Iranian and Hezbollah figures. Israeli Naval Intelligence was directly involved in the killing of Iranian Navy commander Alireza Tangsiri, as well as facilitating IAF attacks against Iranian naval assets, including submarine-related sites. These operations have expanded to include direct involvement in eliminating senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force officials linked to Hezbollah.#hezbollah #mossad #israel_navy #shayetet_13 #iran_navy
