Israel-Hezbollah Tensions Escalate Amid Assassinations

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Israel has conducted multiple air and drone strikes against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, resulting in no reported injuries. Hezbollah retaliated by launching over 30 rockets at northern Israel, some intercepted by the Iron Dome. This follows the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran and Hezbollah military chief Fuad Shukr in Beirut, actions blamed on Israel, though not confirmed by it. Western countries, including the US, UK, France, and Italy, have advised their citizens to leave Lebanon immediately. Major airlines have suspended flights to the region due to the heightened risk of a broader regional conflict. Diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions are ongoing, but the situation remains precarious with potential for further escalation.