Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Escalates with Missile Strikes

Hezbollah launched a ballistic missile at Tel Aviv early Wednesday, marking its deepest strike into Israel to date, which was intercepted by Israeli air defense systems without causing casualties. The missile targeted the Mossad headquarters in retaliation for Israeli airstrikes that killed top Hezbollah commanders and hundreds of others. In response, Israel conducted extensive airstrikes across southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley, resulting in a death toll of over 560 people and displacing thousands. The conflict, which has been escalating over the past 11 months, risks spiraling into a full-scale war. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu emphasized that Israel's fight is with Hezbollah, not the Lebanese people, and urged civilians to evacuate areas housing militants. Global reactions include investigations into the origins of explosive devices linked to Hezbollah and evacuation preparations by several nations, including the UK and Australia, to safeguard their nationals.