Israel has intensified its bombardment of southern Lebanon ahead of the anniversary of Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack, opening a new front against Hezbollah. A new round of airstrikes hit Beirut suburbs late Sunday, as Israel continued to escalate its military campaign in both Lebanon and Gaza.
Hezbollah, a powerful Shiite militia based in Lebanon, has been engaged in deadly exchanges of fire with Israel since the conflict in Gaza began. The situation has escalated significantly over the past few days, with Israel conducting airstrikes in southern Lebanon in addition to its ongoing campaign in Gaza.
FRANCE 24’s Rawad Taha is on the ground in Beirut, providing firsthand reports on the escalating violence in the region. The situation remains tense as Israel continues to target Hezbollah strongholds in southern Lebanon, raising fears of further retaliation from the militant group.
The anniversary of Hamas’ attack on Oct. 7 has served as a catalyst for the recent surge in violence, with Israel showing no signs of backing down in its campaign against Hezbollah. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, as tensions continue to rise on multiple fronts in the region.
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