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Israel-Hamas Conflict Intensifies as Key Hezbollah Leader Killed

Antony Blinken urges Israel to seize strategic opportunities amid escalating violence in Gaza and Lebanon.

  • Israel has confirmed the killing of Hashem Safieddine, a senior Hezbollah figure and potential successor to Hassan Nasrallah, in a strike in Beirut.
  • The conflict has seen intensified military actions with Israel striking over 230 targets in Lebanon and Gaza, including Hezbollah's naval unit and command centers.
  • US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Israeli leaders, emphasizing the need to capitalize on the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar to potentially end the Gaza conflict and secure hostage releases.
  • The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire, with calls for increased aid amid ongoing Israeli military operations and accusations of using hospitals for military purposes.
  • Hezbollah has claimed responsibility for a drone attack on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's residence, escalating tensions further with rocket attacks on central and northern Israel.
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