Israel launched airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen and intensified its attacks in Lebanon, escalating tensions with Iran’s allies in the region. The airstrikes in Yemen were in response to recent Houthi missile attacks on Israel. The conflict raised concerns of a wider Middle East war involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.
The airstrikes in Yemen resulted in casualties, with four people killed and 29 wounded, while Lebanon witnessed multiple Israeli strikes that killed 32 people in the south and 21 in the east. Israel vowed to continue its assault on Hezbollah, targeting key leaders and infrastructure.
The death of Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah dealt a significant blow to the group, leading to retaliatory rocket fire on Israel. The United States called for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict but authorized military reinforcement in the region.
Iran mourned the loss of a senior Revolutionary Guards member killed alongside Nasrallah. The situation remains tense, with calls for a U.N. Security Council meeting on Israel’s actions.
The conflict has taken a toll on Lebanon, with over 1,000 deaths, 6,000 wounded, and a million displaced. The World Food Program initiated an emergency operation to provide aid to affected individuals.
Israel’s military conducted airstrikes in Lebanon and intercepted projectiles, sending a clear message of continued aggression. The death of Nasrallah has deeply impacted Hezbollah and Lebanon, further intensifying the regional crisis.
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