Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon Following Hezbollah Violations
Lebanese state media report Israeli strikes in southern regions 20 km from the border after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Hezbollah of ‘serious violations’ of the ceasefire. Hezbollah claims to have conducted a defensive strike on an Israeli military position. The Israeli military responded, stating that Hezbollah launched projectiles in a disputed border zone, marking the first attack since the ceasefire began. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich warned that Hezbollah made a ‘serious mistake’ and a strong response is necessary.