evidence: Army led an offensive to expel Daech from Lebanese territory On the 19th, the Lebanese launched 'Fajr al-Joroud' (Dawn of the Outskirts) operation against Daesh (ISIS) positions on the outskirts of al-Qaa and Ras Baalbek towns. Army helicopters, artillery, and rocket launchers pounded Daesh positions on the outskirts of Ras Baalbek. [...] Heavy clashes erupted in Dhour al-Kahf and a number of Daesh militants flee towards Wadi Mira. The army recaptured 20 sq.m. of strategic Daech's territory in al-Qaa outskirts, including the important Ras al-Kaf hilltops. It was followed by a demining operation during which units dismantled explosives and booby traps left behind by Daesh militants.