Israeli soldiers killed in IED traps in Lebanon

Two Israeli soldiers were killed and several seriously wounded after their vehicles triggered pre-laid IEDs in southern Lebanon.

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Southern Lebanon

Updated

Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 17:58 UTC

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For the second consecutive day, Israeli military vehicles and soldiers have been targeted by pre-laid improvised explosive device (IED) traps in southern Lebanon. The Israel Defense Forces has confirmed two soldiers killed, with the latest fatality from the 769th 'Hiram' Regional Brigade's 7106th Battalion. Several other soldiers were seriously injured, with reports of casualties in comas or intensive care, and others suffering severe wounds including the loss of eyes, limbs, or testicles.

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e/eineurope · topic · T-01643cycle Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 17:58 UTC · first reported 19 Apr