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Hezbollah: We discovered Israeli wire taps
Lebanese media report that blast heard near towns of Houla and Mais al-Jabal that 'was caused by discovery of breach in Hezbollah telecommunications network.' According to report, two cables found – one for listening, one for broadcast
Hezbollah claimed that it uncovered cables used by Israel to tap Hezbollah telecommunications near the town of Houla in southern Lebanon. Lebanese media reported that an explosion was heard between the towns of Houla and Mais al-Jabal "was caused by the discovery of a breach in Hezbollah's telecommunications network."
According to the reports, two cables, each 50 meters (164 feet) long, were found near an Israeli outpost along the northern border. Lebanese media outlets reported that one of the cables was used for broadcasting and the other for tapping. Following the explosion, the Lebanese army and a UNIFIL were dispatched to the area.
Residents of the surrounding area fled to the streets in a panic. It was also reported that the Lebanese army opened fire at Israeli unmanned drones flying near Marjayoun.
In May, Lebanon's internal security apparatus revealed advanced telecommunications equipment that was found in the houses and offices of people suspected of spying for Israel. Among other things, wire-tapping devices, listening and communications equipment were planted in coolers. A car battery charger was used to store and broadcast information. Detailed maps of Lebanon were found on USB flash drives.
Last week, Lebanon claimed that at least two people suspected of spying fled to Israel. Lebanon filed a complaint with the UN claiming that the spies worked for the Mossad. Lebanese defense officials reported that most of the recent arrests were made on the basis of information passed on by retired General Adib al-Alam, who was indicted for spying along with his wife.
