A tragic incident unfolded in Lebanon as a shepherd lost his life and two of his family members were injured in Israeli strikes in the Bekaa valley early on Monday. The strikes targeted several towns in the region, including areas near Wadi Fara, Bneit, Harbata, Wadi Shmastar, and Wadi Umm Ali. Additionally, reports indicated strikes in southern Lebanon, underscoring the widespread impact of the military actions.
The Israeli military confirmed its involvement, stating that it had carried out 'extensive airstrikes' on Hezbollah in Lebanon, hitting a total of 150 targets. In a precautionary measure, civilians were urged to evacuate areas where the Iran-backed group operates, with a stern warning of further strikes on the horizon.
These recent strikes mark a significant escalation in the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, with this being the broadest geographic range of attacks by Israel in Lebanon since the clashes began on October 8 last year. The conflict was triggered by an attack on Israel by the Palestinian militant group Hamas, leading to a series of retaliatory actions.
Notably, reports also mentioned a strike in the Laqlouq mountains in Jbeil governorate, an area not traditionally associated with Hezbollah strongholds. This development underscores the far-reaching impact of the military operations and the complexity of the situation in the region.
