Hezbollah of Lebanon launched a widespread missile and drone attack against Israel on Thursday. The group also threatened to strike new targets in Israel in retaliation for the killing of one of its senior commanders. Following the escalation of tensions and the possibility of an all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah, several countries have urged their citizens to leave Lebanon as soon as possible. According to Reuters, for the second consecutive day, the roar of fighter jets over Beirut and other areas of Lebanon terrified the people. The National News Agency of Lebanon reported that Israeli jets broke the sound barrier in several areas of Lebanon. Hezbollah stated that in response to the killing of Mohammad Nasser, a senior field commander of Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, it attacked 10 Israeli military sites with over 200 rockets and several drones. Nasser was one of Hezbollah's highest-ranking commanders who was killed in an Israeli attack on Wednesday, July 4. Hezbollah also announced on Wednesday that it had fired several more rockets into Israel. The Israeli army reported that around 200 projectiles and over 20 suspicious aerial targets were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, some of which were intercepted by Israeli air defense and fighter jets. The Israeli ambulance service reported that no casualties were reported. The Israeli army stated that some of the intercepted drones and shrapnel caused fires. Meanwhile, the Israeli army said it attacked Hezbollah military facilities in two villages in southern Lebanon. Yoav Galant, Israel's Defense Minister, threatened Hezbollah on Wednesday, stating that if the reality forced Israel into war, his country knows how to fight. A renewed warning from Israel to Hezbollah; Galant: If reality demands it, we know how to fight. The killing of a Hezbollah field commander; a knife attack in northern Israel left one dead. Khamenei's advisor threatened Israel; Kharrazi: We will support Hezbollah with 'all means.' Melanie Joly advised Canadian citizens: Do not go to Lebanon and leave as soon as possible.
Second Day of Widespread Missile and Drone Attacks by Hezbollah on Israel; Israeli Jets Fly Over Lebanon
Hezbollah launched extensive missile and drone attacks on Israel in retaliation for the killing of a senior commander, escalating tensions in the region. Several countries have advised their citizens to evacuate Lebanon amid fears of an all-out war. This situation is significant as it could lead to broader regional conflict involving Iran and its allies.
👥 Key Players
⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
Hezbollah launched missile and drone attacks on Israel in retaliation for the killing of a senior commander.
- Hezbollah attack Israel
- Hezbollah threaten Israel
- Israeli army attack Hezbollah military facilities
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The situation highlights the fragile security dynamics in the Middle East.
📝 Key Evidence
🏷️ Entities Mentioned
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