Israel Retaliates Against Hezbollah Missile Attacks in Lebanon
Israel launches airstrikes on Hezbollah-controlled suburbs in Beirut after the Iran-backed group targets Israel, escalating the conflict between the two nations.
The conflict between Israel and Iran has now spread to Lebanon, as the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah launched missiles and drones towards Israel, prompting a heavy Israeli airstrike response on the southern suburbs of Beirut.
The latest escalation began after the reported killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, which Hezbollah blamed on Israel. In retaliation, Hezbollah fired a barrage of missiles and drones towards Israeli territory, leading Israel to launch a series of airstrikes on Hezbollah-controlled areas in the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital.
Residents of Beirut were awoken by the sounds of about a dozen blasts at 3 am on Monday, as Israel struck three different locations in the southern suburbs of the city. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that they had targeted Hezbollah in response to the group's attacks on Israel.
The escalation between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group is the latest development in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, which has now spread to Lebanon. The situation remains tense, with the potential for further retaliation and military actions in the region.
Hezbollah, a Shiite militant group based in Lebanon, has long been a proxy for Iran, receiving financial and military support from the Islamic Republic. The group has been a thorn in Israel's side, engaging in periodic clashes and cross-border attacks over the years.
The current crisis began with the reported killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, which Israel has not claimed responsibility for. However, Iran and its allies have blamed Israel for the attack, leading to the missile strikes from Hezbollah and the subsequent Israeli airstrikes on Beirut.
The situation remains highly volatile, with the potential for further escalation and regional conflict. Both sides have vowed to continue their military operations, raising concerns about the safety and security of civilians in Lebanon and the broader Middle East region.
As the crisis unfolds, the international community will be closely monitoring the situation, with calls for restraint and a diplomatic solution to the ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran.
Source: The Guardian
