Israeli jets flew low over Beirut on Tuesday, causing sonic booms that rattled windows in the Lebanese capital. This show of force came in response to drone attacks on northern Israel by Hezbollah. The group’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, vowed retaliation for alleged Israeli assassinations, promising a strong and effective response either alone or with other members of the Iran-backed “axis of resistance.”
Tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have escalated since the likely assassination of a Hezbollah commander in Beirut and a similar strike on a Hamas leader in Tehran. Experts fear that these events could spark a full-scale war. In response, Hezbollah sent drones to attack Israeli military positions in northern Israel, resulting in injuries and damage on both sides of the border.
The Israeli military’s defense systems failed to intercept all of the drones, leading to casualties among Israeli soldiers and civilians. The Ministry of Public Health reported casualties in Lebanon, with five people killed in Mayfadun and another person killed near Adaysseh. This exchange of attacks highlights the fragile situation in the region and raises concerns about the potential for further escalation.
The use of drones and low-flying jets in this conflict underscores the ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. As both sides prepare for potential retaliation and further attacks, the risk of a larger confrontation looms over the region. The international community watches closely as tensions continue to rise, hoping for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
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