The Israeli air force conducted airstrikes in Lebanon overnight, targeting areas in the Bekaa valley and southern Lebanon, known as Hezbollah strongholds. The military's operation aimed at hitting launchers and buildings storing Hezbollah weapons in the Bekaa valley.
Lebanon's national news agency reported that the Israeli strikes focused on locations in the city of Baalbe and villages like Nabi Chit, Alhamoudiyeh, Nabha, Hermel, and surrounding areas in the Bekaa valley. The Israeli military also confirmed hitting infrastructure sites used by Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
These airstrikes come amidst escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, a militant group based in Lebanon. Hezbollah, considered a terrorist organization by Israel and other countries, has been a long-standing adversary of the Israeli state.
The Israeli military's actions in Lebanon have raised concerns about the potential for further escalation in the region. The Bekaa valley and southern Lebanon have been frequent targets of Israeli airstrikes in the past, as Israel seeks to prevent Hezbollah from acquiring advanced weaponry.
Both Israel and Hezbollah have engaged in sporadic conflicts over the years, with the last major conflict occurring in 2006. The recent airstrikes indicate a continuation of the ongoing hostilities between the two adversaries.
Lebanon, a country already grappling with political and economic challenges, now faces the added pressure of potential military escalation on its territory. The Lebanese government has condemned the Israeli airstrikes, calling them a violation of its sovereignty.
The international community closely monitors the situation in the Middle East, particularly in areas where Israeli-Hezbollah tensions are high. Efforts to de-escalate the situation and prevent further violence are crucial to maintaining stability in the region.
