Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that Israeli forces struck Hezbollah targets in Lebanon in response to Hezbollah launching an anti-tank missile at an Israeli army position.
The IDF stated that they targeted the area where the missile was launched and a military observation post belonging to Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
The shelling from Israel resulted in the injury of three civilians in Marwahin, southern Lebanon, and damage to approximately 10 houses. Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran, claimed that its attack was in retaliation for the deaths of three of its fighters during Israeli strikes on Monday.
This conflict between Hezbollah and Israel coincides with Israel’s intensifying counteroffensive against the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which initiated a surprise attack. The situation has left hundreds dead, mainly civilians, and raised concerns about a second front being opened by Hezbollah in the ongoing conflict.
The death toll in the region continues to rise, with the situation posing significant challenges, such as shortages of food, water, and medical supplies in Gaza. The United States and its allies have expressed concern about the potential escalation of hostilities involving Hezbollah in addition to the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has warned against exploiting these attacks, emphasizing the need to de-escalate the situation.
