Israel’s military announced Sunday that they are now targeting Lebanon-based Hezbollah’s financial arm, in a significant escalation of tensions in the region. The announcement comes after a series of airstrikes in Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, as Israel aims to weaken the financial infrastructure of the militant group.
According to reports, Israel has been striking key locations in Beirut that are affiliated with Hezbollah’s financial arm, in an effort to disrupt their funding and operations. The attacks have caused fear and panic among residents in the city, who have been forced to seek shelter in underground bunkers.
Hezbollah, designated as a terrorist organization by several countries including the United States and Israel, is a powerful political and military force in Lebanon. The group is known for its support of the Syrian regime and its opposition to Israel, which has led to several conflicts between the two sides in the past.
The latest actions by Israel mark a significant escalation in tensions in the region, as fears of a wider conflict loom. The international community has called for restraint and de-escalation, as any further escalation could have serious consequences for stability in the Middle East.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Hezbollah will respond to Israel’s targeting of their financial arm. The region is on edge, as the prospect of further violence and conflict remains a very real possibility.
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