16 APR 2026
LebanonSouthern Lebanon

IDF ground ops in South Lebanon find weapons cache

Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 06:03 UTC · 2 sources

The Israel Defense Forces' 769th Brigade, operating under the 91st Division, is continuing targeted ground operations in southern Lebanon. During the activity, the 869th Unit identified and eliminated two terrorist cells that were attempting attacks, using drone and joint airstrike capabilities. Forces also uncovered weapons caches including Kalashnikov rifles during their operations. The incidents represent ongoing Israeli military activity in the cross-border conflict with Hezbollah and other militant groups in southern Lebanon.

Updates
16h ago@Osint613

The IDF thwarted two attempted attacks by terrorist cells and uncovered weapons including Kalashnikov rifles during their operations.

Key Details
Weapons found: Kalashnikov rifles, anti-tank rockets, RPG launchers, mortar shells.
Unit involved: 769th Brigade (91st Division), 869th Unit.
Sources
TGIsrael Defense Forcesview17h ago
TW@Osint613view16h ago
Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 06:03 UTC · First reported: 17h ago