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The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) conducted preemptive strikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, destroying thousands of rocket launcher barrels across multiple launch sites. This action was taken in response to intelligence indicating Hezbollah's preparation to fire rockets at Israeli homes. Following the Israeli strikes, Hezbollah retaliated with a barrage of rockets and drones, claiming the first phase of its strikes against Israel was a complete success.