An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed two civilians, including a UN-contracted worker. Hezbollah responded with rocket fire, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict that has claimed numerous civilian lives since October 2023.
Hezbollah launches restrained attack on Israel, potentially averting wider conflict. Both sides claim success, but regional tensions persist with Iran's response to separate incident still pending.
Israel conducted preemptive strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, prompting retaliatory rocket and drone attacks. Both sides signal desire to avoid full-scale war as diplomats work to prevent wider conflict.
At least five U. S. personnel were wounded in a rocket attack on an Iraqi airbase. The incident occurs amidst rising regional tensions following recent assassinations of militant leaders.