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BEIJING, July 21 -- The ninth day of fighting in Lebanon has seen a new
surge of Israeli attacks on Hizbollah's southern stronghold. Israel says two of
its soldiers died in fierce fighting that also killed several Hizbollah
operatives. And Israel continues to insist the Lebanese government take
responsibility in stopping Hizbollah attacks.
July 21,
the ninth day of fighting in Lebanon, has seen a
new surge of Israeli attacks on Hizbollah's southern stronghold. Israel says two of
its soldiers died in fierce fighting that also killed several Hizbollah
operatives. (CCTV Photo) |
The Israeli Defense
Minister raised the possibility of a ground offensive in Lebanon if Hizbollah
attacks continue.
"We have no intention to occupy Lebanon, but if we have to carry out
operations to clarify that we reach every place - and if we have to carry out
operations to prevail - we will do it without hesitation."
Transport Minister Shaul Mofaz said he believes Iranian Revolutionary Guard
soldiers are assisting Hizbollah.
He also said Israeli attacks have depleted Hizbollah's fighting capability.
Heavy fighting took place near the northern Israeli
village of Avivim. An Israeli military source says one Hizbollah fighter was killed. Israeli media reported eight soldiers wounded.
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Israel launched attacks on the Lebanese town of Marjayoun, causing little
damage.
And in the Bekaa Valley, shelling hit several bridges near Rayak port.
The Israeli army says Hizbollah guerrillas wounded three soldiers in the
two clashes.
(Source: CCTV.com)
