Israel launched air strikes on Hezbollahʼs intelligence hub in Beirut (on a sunday) targeting an underground weapons facility as well. The Israeli military stated that their fighter jets eliminated three Hezbollah leaders: Alhaj Abbas Salameh‚ Radja Abbas Awache‚ and Ahmad Ali Hussein - each holding significant roles in the organization
Its unclear whether these commanders were killed in the intelligence center attack or in separate operations. Hezbollah has not yet responded to these claims
Recently‚ Israel reported destroying tunnel shafts and subterranean structures in southern Lebanon. They also claimed to have eliminated Hezbollahs deputy commander in the Bint Jbeil region (on a friday). Smoke was seen rising from Beiruts suburbs early sunday morning‚ though its connection to the aforementioned strike remains uncertain
The cross-border conflict between Israel and Hezbollah ignited roughly a year ago when the Iran-backed group began firing rockets in solidarity with Hamas. Since then:
- Tens of thousands have been displaced
- Over 2‚400 lives lost in Lebanon (mostly in the past month)
- 59 casualties reported in northern Israel and occupied Golan Heights
This ongoing strife has led to significant human costs on both sides of the border - highlighting the persistent nature of the conflict in the region