Events tagged with "shimon peres"

Historical Events tagged with "shimon peres"

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Military & Warfare

Israel Attacks PLO Headquarters in Tunisia

October 1st, 1985 39 years ago

Israel conducted a military operation against the Palestine Liberation Organization's (PLO) headquarters located in Tunis, Tunisia. This operation, dubbed Operation Wooden Leg, was a response to a Palestinian attack on Israeli citizens. The Israeli Air Force launched airstrikes targeting the PLO leadership, causing significant damage and casualties. The operation demonstrated Israel's willingness to extend its military reach beyond its borders in response to perceived threats from militant groups operating worldwide.