14. Operation Entebbe: The Raid on Uganda
In July 1976, after an Air France plane was hijacked and diverted to Entebbe, Uganda, Israel faced an unprecedented crisis. With lives hanging in the balance, Israeli leaders made a swift, audacious decision: launch a surprise commando raid deep inside hostile territory. Operation Entebbe’s remarkable execution freed most of the hostages and stunned the world. This daring, rapid-response mission not only saved lives but also set a new standard for counter-terrorism operations worldwide, demonstrating the power of decisive action under extreme pressure.
