The Israeli Air Force's 1968 raid on Beirut International Airport was strategically planned and executed to target specific aircraft without causing human casualties.

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Israeli Air Force's Tactical Approach

Quotes that oppose the claim

"The raid also resulted in civilian casualties, as the airport was not completely evacuated before the attack. The Israeli forces faced criticism for the loss of innocent lives and the destruction of civilian property."

Quotes that support the claim

"On December 28, 1968, Israel conducted a significant military raid on Beirut International Airport in Lebanon, in retaliation for an attack on an Israeli airliner in Athens. The raid resulted in the destruction of several Lebanese civilian aircraft and further escalated tensions in the Middle East."

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The Israeli Air Force's 1968 raid on Beirut International Airport involved detailed intelligence gathering that specifically identified aircraft used for hostile activities against Israel.

The operational plan for the Israeli Air Force's 1968 raid on Beirut International Airport meticulously avoided areas with human presence, emphasizing the aim to prevent civilian and staff casualties.

The primary goal of the Israeli Air Force during the 1968 Beirut International Airport raid was to neutralize potential threats from specific aircraft, demonstrating a strategic approach to minimize risk to human life.