Israeli Strikes Intensify Against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Caretaker Health Minister Firas Abiad reported significant casualties from Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, totaling 1,640 deaths, including 104 children, and 8,408 injuries since October 8, 2023. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a defiant speech at the UN, vowing to degrade Hezbollah, leading to intensified strikes on southern Beirut, including an attack targeting Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Reports indicate Nasrallah's death, marking a significant blow to Hezbollah, which had sought to balance support for Hamas while avoiding all-out conflict. Israel's military campaign has reportedly resulted in the deaths of several high-ranking Hezbollah commanders and significant destruction in densely populated areas. Amidst ongoing violence, hospitals are facing evacuation pressures, with the Ministry of Health confirming that no hospitals have been forced out of service yet. The conflict has escalated dramatically, with Israeli attacks outnumbering Hezbollah's responses significantly.