Hezbollah Launches Major Rocket Assault on Israel

Hezbollah launched approximately 250 rockets into Israel on Sunday, marking one of its largest attacks in months, in retaliation for Israeli airstrikes in Beirut that reportedly killed at least 20 people. This assault resulted in several injuries, including a severely wounded 60-year-old man in northern Israel, while Israeli forces managed to intercept many of the rockets. The strikes caused significant damage, particularly in Petah Tikvah and Haifa, where buildings were hit and fires broke out. Israeli officials reported that Hezbollah's capabilities are declining, despite the recent barrage. The ongoing conflict has seen over 40 Lebanese troops killed since the war began, amidst efforts for a ceasefire that have faced setbacks due to the escalation in violence. Lebanese officials condemned the Israeli strikes, labeling them as a direct affront to peace negotiations.