The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) conducted airstrikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon following a rocket strike that killed 12 children in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. While Hezbollah acknowledged launching rockets into the Golan, they denied responsibility for the deadly attack on the soccer field. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu returned from the U.S. to address the situation, stating that Hezbollah would face severe repercussions. The incident has heightened fears of an escalating conflict in the region, with Iran warning Israel against further military actions in Lebanon. The United States has expressed concern over the potential for broader regional conflict, with Secretary of State Antony Blinken indicating that the rockets likely originated from Hezbollah. The European Union has called for an independent investigation into the events.