An Israeli airstrike in central Beirut killed seven Hezbollah-affiliated civilian first responders, sparking tensions between Israel and Iran-backed militants in the region. The strike came after clashes in southern Lebanon and an Iranian ballistic missile attack. Human rights groups accused Israel of using phosphorus bombs, but the Israeli military did not immediately respond. In a separate incident, Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen launched drones at Tel Aviv.
The violence in Lebanon has escalated with hundreds killed and displaced, as Israel targets Hezbollah for rocket attacks. Hundreds of thousands have fled their homes as both sides continue to exchange fire. The region appears on the brink of a wider conflict, with Israel and the United States warning of severe consequences for Iran’s missile attack. The United States has sent military assets to support Israel.
The situation remains tense as airstrikes continue in areas with a strong Hezbollah presence. The conflict involves various Iran-led militant groups, including Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis, who have attacked Israel in solidarity with the Palestinians. The ongoing cycle of retaliation has put the region at risk of a wider war.
As the violence persists, residents across the region are on high alert with air raid sirens sounding in Israel and airstrikes hitting various areas in Lebanon. The international community closely watches the situation as tensions between Israel and Iran-backed militants threaten to destabilize the region further.
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