Middle East on Edge: Iran and Hezbollah Prepare for Retaliation Amid Rising Tensions

Hezbollah and Iran have declared their intent to retaliate against Israel following the recent escalation of violence in the region. With six Hezbollah fighters killed in an Israeli strike, and the ongoing conflict leading to numerous casualties, tensions are at an all-time high. The situation is further complicated by the involvement of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), which has been accused of having employees involved in the attacks on October 7, prompting several countries to suspend funding. As diplomatic efforts intensify to prevent a wider conflict, the U.S. has convened discussions on security measures to protect its interests and those of Israel.