Vikrant Shekhawat : Aug 25, 2024, 11:15 AM
Israel-Hezbollah War: Lebanese rebel group Hezbollah has launched a major rocket barrage attack on Israel, firing about 150 projectiles according to the Israeli army. The attack was carried out in response to Israel targeting Hezbollah's bases in Lebanon. Israel announced attacks on Hezbollah bases in Lebanon early Sunday, after which tensions have escalated.Hezbollah's statement and attackHezbollah claimed responsibility for its attack, saying its target was an important Israeli military site, which will be made public later. Also, Hezbollah has claimed to have targeted several Israeli barracks and 'Iron Dome' platforms. Hezbollah described the attack as revenge for the killing of its top commander Fouad Shukr, who was assassinated in the southern suburbs of Beirut last month.Israel's responseAfter the attack, the Israeli army has declared an emergency and the sound of sirens is being heard continuously in the Israeli areas bordering Lebanon. Israel said in its response that they target the infrastructure of terrorism, while Hezbollah targets civilians. The army also claimed that their attack was on the bases from where preparations were being made to attack Israel.US responseThe US reacted to the situation by saying that President Joe Biden is constantly monitoring this tension and is holding meetings with Israeli counterparts. The US has supported Israel's right to self-defense and talked about working for regional stability.Future directionThe growing tension and military activities between Hezbollah and Israel can have a profound impact on regional security. This conflict between the two sides can pose a serious challenge to regional stability, and the international community will keep an eye on further developments in this direction.
Hezbollah has just launched over 150 projectiles from Lebanon toward Israeli territory.
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) August 25, 2024
We target terrorist infrastructure, they target civilians.