At least six people have been killed and 28 injured in the latest wave of Israeli military strikes on southern Lebanon, following the launch of multiple rockets toward northern Israel. The Israeli army stated that the strikes were in response to the rocket fire, but Hezbollah has denied any involvement in the attacks.
The escalation on the Lebanon-Israel border comes amid a broader intensification of violence in the region. The Israeli airstrikes targeted several locations in southern Lebanon, with local sources confirming casualties, including civilians. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has condemned the attacks, calling them a violation of Lebanon’s sovereignty and urging international intervention to de-escalate the situation. The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has called for restraint to prevent further escalation.
Meanwhile, in the besieged Gaza Strip, at least five Palestinians, including a child, have been killed in a major overnight airstrike on Gaza City. According to Palestinian health officials, the strike hit a residential building, leaving at least eight family members trapped under the rubble as Israeli bombardment continues. Rescue teams are struggling to retrieve survivors amid ongoing air raids.
Israeli authorities claim their military operations in Gaza are targeting armed groups responsible for recent rocket attacks on Israeli territory. However, Palestinian officials and humanitarian organizations warn that the civilian toll is rising, with homes and infrastructure severely damaged.
The international community has voiced concerns over the latest escalation, with calls for restraint from both sides. The United Nations and regional powers have urged an immediate ceasefire to prevent further loss of civilian lives.
The situation remains tense as fears grow of a wider conflict engulfing the region. More updates are expected as the situation develops.
