Conflict Incident Report

Israeli plane violates Lebanese Air Space

Date of incident:

July 28, 2014

The LAF Orientation Directorate issued on Monday the following statement:

"At 15.20 on Sunday an Israeli reconnaissance plane penetrated Lebanese airspace from above the town of Naqoura and effectuated circular flights over Riyak, Baalbek, and the south. The plane then left at 08.15 on Monday, exiting over the town of Aalma Shaab."
http://www.nna-leb.gov.lb/en/show-news/30616/Israeli-reconnaissance-plan...

Primary category:

Air Space Violation

Classification of conflict (primary):

Border conflicts (Israeli border)

Violations, disputes and/or conflicts instigated by Israeli intrusions on Lebanese national territories, airspace, and territorial waters. While there currently is no Israeli military occupation on Lebanese soil, these events are classified as violations of Lebanese sovereignty and are indicative of the continuous tensions between Lebanon and Israel.

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Israeli plane violates Lebanese Air Space