Israel has launched a series of airstrikes targeting Hezbollah's strongholds in Lebanon, including a significant strike on its headquarters in Beirut. This follows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's pledge to continue military actions against the pro-Iranian group. The air raids have resulted in substantial destruction, with reports of over 700 casualties, primarily civilians, marking one of the deadliest periods in Lebanon in recent history.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have indicated that they may prepare for a ground incursion into Lebanon as tensions escalate with Hezbollah. Military analysts suggest that while airstrikes can inflict damage, a comprehensive ground operation may be necessary to effectively diminish Hezbollah's military capabilities.
Hezbollah has responded with rocket fire into northern Israel, including a missile aimed at Tel Aviv, escalating the conflict further. Both sides have suffered significant casualties, and the UN has expressed alarm over the humanitarian crisis developing in Lebanon due to the ongoing violence.
