Hezbollah announced on Sunday morning that it had launched an air attack with a large number of drones and missiles towards Israeli territories, targeting military bases and barracks in response to the assassination of its commander, Fouad Shukr. This attack involved over 320 missiles and was characterized as a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Hezbollah and Israel.
In retaliation, the Israeli army executed a pre-emptive strike using 100 aircraft, aiming to thwart Hezbollah's planned missile launch. The Israeli military reported that it had anticipated the attack, stating that it had discovered Hezbollah's intentions to target central Israel earlier that morning.
Military analysts suggest that Hezbollah's strategy involved overwhelming Israel's Iron Dome defense system with a barrage of missiles, allowing drones to penetrate deeper into Israeli territory. The specifics of the targets remain undisclosed, but speculation points to critical military sites near Tel Aviv.
The dynamics of the conflict are further complicated by ongoing ceasefire negotiations in Gaza, which Hezbollah appears to be mindful of in its military operations. The potential for escalated responses from both Hezbollah and Israel raises concerns about the broader implications for regional stability.
