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Israel launches small raids against Hezbollah across the Lebanese border, officials say

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Israel has launched small ground raids against Iran-backed Hezbollah and declared three of its northern communities a “closed military zone” — further signalling that it could be prepared to send forces into Lebanon.

State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said Israel informed the US about the raids which he described as “limited operations focused on Hezbollah infrastructure near the border.”

Although there were no reports of direct clashes between Hezbollah militants and Israeli troops, a Western official commented that an Israeli ground operation in Lebanon is “imminent.”

The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said that Israel had shared its plans with the US and that the operation would be “limited.”

On Monday Hezbollah vowed it was prepared to fighting even after much of its top command including long-time leader Hassan Nasrallah, were killed in Israeli airstrikes.

Israeli strikes have killed Nasrallah and six of his top commanders and officials in the last 10 days, and have hit what the military says are thousands of militant targets across large parts of Lebanon.

Acting leader Naim Kassem said in a televised statement that if Israel decides to launch a ground offensive, the group’s fighters are ready.

“Israel was not able to affect our (military) capabilities,” Kassem said, adding that each commander killed had a replacement.

He said that the militant group, which fought Israel to a stalemate in their monthlong war in 2006, anticipated “the battle could be long.”

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu issued a warning to Iran, saying “there is nowhere in the Middle East Israel cannot reach,” if Tehran decides to retaliate against the death of Nasrallah with a strike on Tel Aviv.

Over 1,000 people have been killed in Lebanon by Israeli fire in the past two weeks, nearly a quarter of them women and children, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry.

Meanwhile, the United Nations says at least 100,000 people have fled Lebanon for Syria since the strikes began, with more than 5,000 finding shelter in a suburb of the Syrian capital Damascus.

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2Baba Cries Out For Help in Now Deleted Instagram Post

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This morning, 2Baba posted “Help Me” on his Instagram stories, but less than 20 minutes later, the message vanished.

For the past few days, his relationship with his current wife, Senator Natasha Osawaru, has been under serious scrutiny, as a series of public incidents have surfaced and fuelled widespread speculation about the state of their marriage.

His cry for help should not be taken lightly. But who will answer him?

Will it be his family, his close friends, or the entertainment industry that has benefited from his legendary career?

At this point, one thing is clear. The music icon seems to be calling for real support and those around him cannot afford to look away.

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Attack Gov. Otti’s Advance Team In Imo, As Scores Were Kidnapped From A Bus Along Owerri-Road Road

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An advance team of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, along the Umuowa–Ihite axis in Imo State.

The three-member team was en route to Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, Owerri, when the attack occurred shortly before the airport junction.

In a statement electronically signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Abia Government clarified that Governor Otti’s main convoy was not involved in the incident and was nowhere near the location at the time.

“The convoy of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, was not attacked. No member of the advance team or any other person sustained injury, and no life was lost,” the statement stressed, urging the public to disregard rumours suggesting otherwise.

It was learned that Security agencies have been notified, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.

Meanwhile, a commercial bus plying along Owerri -Aba road towards the Ngor Okpala axis was attacked Monday and scores of passengers were feared kidnapped by yet-to-identify gunmen.

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Gunmen attack Ngige’s convoy in Anambra

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The convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, was attacked by gunmen in Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Ngige who confirmed the incident to newsmen, stated that he was not in the convoy when the attack occurred. He mentioned that several people were shot and injured.

“I was not in the convoy. I’m still alive and well. Those hoodlums have started again. I came to my state to relax, but what happened is unfortunate. I will go back to Abuja. But I assure those who did this, they will not go unpunished.” he said

The vehicles were reportedly returning from a mechanic workshop in Nkpor when the gunmen struck along the busy Umuoji–Nkpor Road leading to Alor, Ngige’s hometown.

According to Mr. Fred Chukwulobelu, Ngige’s former Special Adviser on Media, a policeman in the pilot car was shot, and the attackers, dressed in police and army uniforms, took away his gun and uniform.

He also confirmed that a woman filming the incident was fatally shot. He added that a shop owner who rushed out to see what was happening was also shot; he lost significant blood and is scheduled for surgery, but is expected to recover fully.

The pilot car was riddled with bullets, while the wounded escort leader has undergone surgery and is also expected to recover.

Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command said it has launched a state-wide manhunt for the perpetrators.

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