Israel’s Major Offensive Against Hezbollah in Lebanon, Over 100 Dead, 400+ Injured

Tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have escalated to a critical level. On Monday, Israel launched heavy airstrikes on Hezbollah’s positions in southern Lebanon, resulting in the deaths of more than 100 people and over 400 injured. Lebanon’s Health Ministry has confirmed these figures. This attack by Israel is being considered the largest military action against Hezbollah in the past year. The Israeli military stated that it had targeted over 300 Hezbollah positions in Lebanon, describing the terrorist group as a significant threat to national security. Israel claimed that its forces launched this “large-scale retaliatory operation” in response to Hezbollah’s continued attacks.

The Israeli army had already announced the operation in advance. On social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the Israeli military shared a statement from its Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, saying that Israel was prepared for even larger strikes in Lebanon. The statement also emphasized that Israel would intensify its military action to dismantle the Hezbollah terrorist organization.

Israel urged residents of southern Lebanon to vacate their homes as soon as possible. The Israeli military alleged that Hezbollah had stockpiled a large quantity of weapons in the region and was planning attacks on Israel from there. Israel’s attack is seen as part of a broader strategic move to apply maximum pressure on Hezbollah. Israeli officials have indicated that harsher measures against Hezbollah will follow in the coming days. Lieutenant General Halevi also hinted that Israel intends to continue this conflict until Hezbollah’s strength is completely neutralized.

Analysts believe that the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah could escalate further. Although the likelihood of a full-blown war between the two sides appears low for now, Israel’s recent strikes have significantly heightened the regional tension. Lebanon is already grappling with an economic crisis and political instability, and these attacks could further deteriorate the country’s situation. Following the attacks, hopes for peace between Lebanon and Israel have diminished. Hezbollah holds significant influence in Lebanon, governing large areas through its political and military network. Israel’s strikes may provoke an even more aggressive response from Hezbollah, potentially leading to greater confrontation between the two nations.

The international community has also expressed concern over the situation. The United Nations has called for both sides to exercise restraint and seek a peaceful resolution through dialogue.