Israel escalates strikes in Lebanon as Netanyahu vows to ‘crush’ Hezbollah
Summary
The Israeli military has increased airstrikes in southern Lebanon as Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered a stronger attack against Hezbollah. Hezbollah responded with drone and ground attacks on northern Israel, continuing clashes despite a ceasefire since April 17.Key Facts
- Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah began on March 2 and continues despite a ceasefire from April 17.
- Israel carried out airstrikes targeting southern Lebanon and the Bekaa valley, killing at least three civilians.
- Hezbollah launched drone attacks on several Israeli military posts in northern Israel on Monday.
- Israel has suffered 23 soldier deaths and one civilian contractor death since the conflict started.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu promised to increase military actions to defeat Hezbollah.
- Some Israeli ministers called for a wider military campaign in Lebanon and control of more territory.
- More than 3,100 people have died in Lebanon from the fighting since early March.
- Tensions around a US-Iran nuclear deal continue, with Iran blaming US and Israeli actions for slowing progress.
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