Israeli jets struck Beirut’s southern suburbs early Wednesday for the first time in six days, Lebanese state media reported. The strikes targeted areas that are known to be strongholds of the Hezbollah militant group, which is backed by Iran and considered a terrorist organization by Israel.
The Israeli military said the strikes were in response to rockets fired from Lebanon towards Israel. The latest round of violence between the two sides has raised fears of a broader conflict in the region.
The Lebanese government condemned the Israeli airstrikes, calling them a violation of its sovereignty. Hezbollah also vowed to retaliate, raising concerns about a potential escalation of hostilities.
The situation in the region remains tense, with both Israel and Hezbollah showing no signs of backing down. The international community has urged both sides to exercise restraint and work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
As the situation continues to unfold, many are watching closely to see how the situation will develop and whether it will lead to further violence and instability in the region.
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