February 4, 2013

JERUSALEM (JTA) — The Lebanese media reported that Israel struck a transmission tower near Tyre in southern Lebanon.

The attack reportedly occurred late Sunday night following three days of flyovers by Israeli military planes.

The terrorist group Hezbollah denied the reports, saying the explosion was a stun grenade fired in the area. Lebanese state television also reported that the explosion was a stun grenade.

Israel has neither confirmed nor denied the accusations.
 

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