IDF Reservist Severely Wounded in South Lebanon Blast

An IDF reservist was severely wounded Monday by an explosion during operations in southern Lebanon, the military said. Times of Israel, citing an IDF probe, reported the blast occurred around 1:30 p.m. during Commando Brigade operations in Arnoun; the cause remains under military investigation. The soldier was evacuated to a hospital and his family was notified. The incident is a costly reminder that enforcing Hezbollah's rollback is not an abstract diplomatic clause but dangerous daily work by Israeli soldiers protecting northern communities.