Israel has assassinated Brigadier General Khalil Al-Maqdah, a key leader of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades, in Sidon, Lebanon. This operation marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, as it is the first targeted killing of a Fatah leader in Lebanon. The assassination has drawn responses from local political analysts, suggesting a shift in the dynamics of deterrence between Israel and the Lebanese resistance groups.
Following the assassination, Israeli airstrikes were reported in the Bekaa Valley, resulting in casualties. Meanwhile, Hezbollah retaliated with missile strikes against Israeli positions in the Golan Heights, indicating a further escalation of military actions in the region. Analysts suggest that the current situation reflects a complex balance of power, with both sides engaging in preemptive strikes and retaliations.
