Escalation in Israel-Lebanon Conflict Leaves Eight Dead in Southern Lebanon

Israeli airstrikes, in response to rocket fire from Lebanon, have killed civilians, raising fears of a broader war as the fragile 2024 ceasefire faces its most severe test.

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon have killed eight civilians, including a child, according to Lebanese authorities.
Rocket fire from southern Lebanon into northern Israel prompted the Israeli military to target Hezbollah-linked infrastructure, including rocket launchers and a command center.
Hezbollah has denied involvement in the rocket attacks, accusing Israel of using the incident as a pretext for continued aggression.
Lebanese leaders and UNIFIL have warned of the risk of a new war, urging restraint to prevent further escalation in the region.
The Lebanese army discovered and dismantled three rocket launchers near the Litani River, underscoring ongoing tensions along the border.