JBN regrets to report that a 19 year old IDF soldier, Sgt. Liem Ben Hamo, was killed in a Hezbollah drone attack in southern Lebanon earlier today. Another soldier was moderately wounded in the same incident.

According to the IDF, Hezbollah launched two explosive laden FPV drones toward Israeli troops operating in the village of Qantara. One of the drones was successfully intercepted, but the second detonated near the forces, resulting in the fatality and injuries.

Military officials said the wounded soldier was evacuated for medical treatment and is listed in moderate condition.

The attack marks another deadly escalation along Israel’s northern front. Since the start of Operation Roaring Lion in late February, 16 IDF soldiers have been killed in ongoing clashes with Hezbollah.