Carnage in Golan Heights
The victims, predominantly aged between 10 and 20, could not escape the sudden onslaught. The tragic incident left several dozen others injured. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised a swift and relentless response against Hezbollah, condemning the attack as an act of pure evil.
Baruch Padeh Medical Center reported receiving four individuals in serious condition, while Ziv Medical Center in Safed admitted 32 victims.
Parents’ Agony Captured on Video
Video footage revealed the heart-wrenching moments as parents frantically searched for their children amid the chaos on the soccer field. Initially, Hezbollah claimed responsibility for the attack, only to later retract their statement and deny any involvement.
IDF Confirms Responsibility of Hezbollah
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that Hezbollah orchestrated the attack from Chebaa village in Lebanon, based on their thorough assessment and intelligence. Col. Avichay Adraee declared, “Despite its attempts to deny: Hezbollah is responsible for the massacre in Majdal Shams and the killing of children and boys on the soccer field.”
Islamists Spread Conspiracy Theories
In a disturbing turn of events, Islamists on social media began circulating conspiracy theories to absolve Hezbollah and falsely accuse Israel. Sulaiman Ahmed tweeted, “BREAKING: THE ‘ATTACK’ ON ISRAEL WAS AN IRON DOME INTERCEPTOR MISSILE FAILURE. Some within Israeli media are claiming that it was an iron dome interceptor and not even from south Lebanon. The interceptor was fired to stop Hezbollah’s rockets at northern occupied Golan it failed and landed in the soccer field.”
Attempt to Exonerate Terrorists
Richard Medhurst, an ‘independent journalist,’ sought to whitewash Hezbollah’s involvement by claiming, “No proof Hezbollah did this. Your iron dome has misfired in Majdal Shams before.” Political commentator Jackson Hinkle echoed similar sentiments, alleging, “BREAKING: Hezbollah DENIES INVOLVEMENT in the attack on the city of Majdal Shams. New reports show that an Israeli Iron Dome missile fell on the sports field. Stop the ZIONIST LIES @Israel!”
Video Evidence Exposes Hezbollah
These baseless claims persisted despite the release of video footage clearly showing the rocket strike carried out by Hezbollah. The attempt to shield Hezbollah and lay blame on Israel underscores the lengths to which some will go to distort the truth and protect terror groups.
Holding Terrorists Accountable
The senseless loss of young lives in Majdal Shams is a chilling reminder of the brutal reality of terrorism. It is imperative to hold those responsible accountable and ensure that justice is served for the victims of this heinous act. The world must stand united against such barbarity and refuse to be swayed by misleading narratives and conspiracy theories.