Hezbollah announced a series of attacks on Israeli positions, marking an escalation in the ongoing conflict along the Lebanon-Israel border. The militant group targeted several locations, including the Marj site and others in the occupied Shebaa Farms and Kfar Shuba Hills. In response, Israel launched retaliatory airstrikes on southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah's launch pads and missile platforms. The exchange of fire has intensified since October 8, 2023, with both sides reporting casualties and damage.
The Israeli army reported intercepting around 40 rockets launched from Lebanon, with some landing in uninhabited areas. Israeli estimates suggest that Hezbollah possesses a significant arsenal of missiles, raising concerns about the potential for further escalation. The ongoing conflict has also been tied to the broader situation in Gaza, where Israeli military operations have resulted in substantial civilian casualties, prompting calls for a ceasefire.
