Israel Intensifies Strikes on Hezbollah Targets in Southern Lebanon
Airstrikes and drone attacks escalate as both sides suffer casualties, with tens of thousands displaced in the ongoing conflict.
- Israeli forces conducted over 20 airstrikes on Wednesday, targeting Hezbollah military structures and suspected weapons storage facilities.
- Hezbollah retaliated with explosive drones and powerful rockets aimed at Israeli military locations, marking a significant escalation in hostilities.
- Casualties include more than 250 Hezbollah members and 75 civilians in Lebanon, with around 20 Israeli fatalities reported since October.
- Displacement affects approximately 150,000 people across Israel and Lebanon, intensifying calls for a stronger military response and diplomatic efforts.
- The U.S. and France are actively pursuing diplomatic channels to de-escalate tensions amid fears of a broader regional conflict.