Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have conducted airstrikes targeting Hezbollah positions in Lebanon, including rocket launchers and smuggling routes along the Syria-Lebanon border, as tensions escalate ahead of a January 26 deadline for a ceasefire agreement. The strikes, which are claimed by Israel to be in response to threats presented to ceasefire monitors, have raised concerns about a fragile truce established on November 27, 2024, aimed at ending 14 months of conflict. Reports indicate that previous Israeli strikes have resulted in casualties, with five deaths reported following a recent attack. Despite the ceasefire terms requiring Hezbollah to dismantle its military infrastructure, the IDF maintains ongoing operations to prevent the group from reestablishing its capabilities. Both sides have accused each other of violations, with the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon criticizing Israeli actions as a breach of Security Council resolutions. The situation remains precarious, with Hezbollah vowing to oppose Israeli actions and calling for a strong response from the new Syrian leadership.