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The Israel-Hezbollah war escalates as Iran retaliates with missile strikes following Hezbollah commander’s death. Read the latest updates on Israel-Hezbollah war.
The Israel-Hezbollah war took a dramatic turn as Iran launched dozens of ballistic missiles targeting key locations in Israel. This move comes in retaliation for the killing of Hezbollah’s top commander and a Hamas official by Israeli forces. The White House responded, stating that President Biden has directed the U.S. military to “aid Israel’s defense.”
Israeli Ground Offensive Intensifies
Israeli forces launched a major ground incursion into southern Lebanon, escalating the war with Hezbollah and Iranian-backed groups. The assault follows multiple devastating airstrikes that reportedly killed Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah’s long-time commander.
Hezbollah Responds With Rocket Fire
Hezbollah has been firing rockets into northern Israel since the onset of the conflict in Gaza, prompting Israel to conduct targeted ground raids in southern Lebanon. These operations focus on eliminating Hezbollah positions near the border that pose a direct threat to Israeli settlements.
Iran’s Retaliation: A New Dimension
In response, Iran has now entered the fray by launching missiles at Israel, significantly widening the conflict. This marks the first direct ground engagement between Israel and Hezbollah since their 2006 war, raising fears of a broader regional confrontation
