Israel Strikes Lebanon After First Rocket Attack Since Ceasefire
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated once again as Israel launched retaliatory airstrikes on Lebanon following the first rocket attack since the ceasefire agreement. The recent exchange of fire has raised fears of renewed conflict in a region already on edge.
According to Israeli military officials, rockets were fired from southern Lebanon into Israeli territory, prompting immediate retaliation. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) targeted what they described as militant positions linked to Hezbollah and other armed groups operating in Lebanon. Residents in affected areas reported loud explosions and heavy smoke rising from the strike zones.
Lebanese authorities have condemned the Israeli airstrikes, calling them a violation of sovereignty, while Israel insists its actions were necessary for national security. The attack has sparked concerns among international diplomats, with calls for restraint from both sides to prevent further escalation.
The ceasefire, which had been holding for months, now hangs in the balance. Analysts warn that if hostilities continue, the situation could spiral into a larger conflict, drawing in regional and global powers. The world watches closely as both nations decide their next course of action.