Israel Closes Airspace Amid Rising Tensions

The Israeli army has closed airspace in the northern regions for 24 hours due to escalating tensions with Hezbollah following the assassination of a senior commander in Beirut. This closure, which affects air traffic from Hadera to the northern border with Lebanon, is intended to mitigate risks to Israeli aircraft amid ongoing military operations. Reports indicate intensified Israeli airstrikes targeting southern Lebanon, coinciding with fears of potential large-scale rocket attacks from Hezbollah. The airspace restriction primarily impacts civilian flights but does not affect emergency operations or commercial flights at Ben Gurion Airport. Analysts suggest this move sends a clear message to Hezbollah about Israel's military readiness and awareness of their plans. The closure mirrors previous restrictions made in response to threats from Hezbollah, as they continue to challenge Israeli defenses.