The Israeli army spokesperson announced on Thursday that an Israeli civilian was killed due to a guided missile strike from Lebanon into northern Israel. In response, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that if Hezbollah undertakes comprehensive action, Beirut will become 'another Gaza.' According to Reuters, Netanyahu stated during a visit to military forces near the border: 'If Hezbollah decides to start a comprehensive war, it will turn Beirut and southern Lebanon into Gaza and Khan Younis by its own hands.' Meanwhile, Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed militant group, claimed to have targeted an Israeli military base near the Lebanon border in one of its eleven attacks on Thursday. In retaliation to these attacks, Israeli Air Force jets struck Hezbollah's command and control center. According to Israel's 'Kan' television, the Israeli civilian killed was a farmer, approximately 60 years old, according to hospital sources. With the onset of the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip, Hezbollah's missile attacks against Israel have also increased. Last Sunday, 11 people were injured in northern Israel due to an anti-tank guided missile fired by Hezbollah. Hamas and Hezbollah, both recognized as terrorist organizations by Israel and the United States, receive support from the Iranian government. Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen warned the United Nations Security Council earlier this month that if Resolution 1701, which calls for Hezbollah's disarmament, is not fully implemented, the likelihood of a regional war exists. New clashes in southern Lebanon; Israel: In retaliation for Hezbollah's missile attacks. Comprehensive assault on Gaza; Israel states operations in the south are as powerful as those in the north. The Israeli army: We intercepted and shot down a projectile fired from Lebanon. Hezbollah fired over 50 rockets into northern Israel. Amir-Abdollahian's meeting with Nasrallah amid Hezbollah-Israel clashes. Israel: If the disarmament resolution for Hezbollah is not implemented, the possibility of a regional war exists.
Netanyahu Warns Beirut Will Become Another Gaza if Hezbollah Takes Comprehensive Action
An Israeli civilian was killed by a missile from Lebanon, prompting Netanyahu to warn that Hezbollah's actions could turn Beirut into another Gaza. The situation escalates as Hezbollah increases its attacks on Israel amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas. This is significant as it highlights the potential for a broader regional conflict involving Iran-backed groups.
👥 Key Players
⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
Netanyahu warns Beirut will face destruction if Hezbollah escalates attacks on Israel.
- Benjamin Netanyahu announce Hezbollah, Beirut
- Hezbollah attack Israeli military base
- Israeli Air Force attack Hezbollah's command and control center
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The potential for escalation in Lebanon poses significant risks for regional stability.
📝 Key Evidence
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