Israel’s military says it’s striking Hezbollah sites as Netanyahu vows to ‘increase the blows’
Summary
Israel’s military struck Hezbollah locations in Lebanon following attacks by Hezbollah drones on Israeli forces. Prime Minister Netanyahu said Israel would increase its military actions against Hezbollah. Despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire since April, fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues.Key Facts
- Israel’s air force targeted Hezbollah sites in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley.
- Hezbollah has been using fiber optic drones against Israeli troops in southern Lebanon and northern Israel.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu said Israel would increase attacks on Hezbollah.
- Lebanon’s southern suburbs, where Hezbollah is strong, saw some residents leaving after Israeli strikes.
- Hezbollah claimed to have carried out eight attacks on Israeli forces, including a drone attack.
- Since the ceasefire on April 17, Hezbollah has fired over 1,000 drones and more than 700 rockets.
- Lebanon and Israel began direct peace talks in Washington last month, with plans to meet again at the Pentagon.
- U.S. officials say disarming Hezbollah would weaken their power and message against Israel.
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