Israel Targets Hamas, Hezbollah in Syria and Lebanon

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have launched targeted aerial strikes against Hamas and Hezbollah facilities in Syria and Lebanon, respectively. The IDF's strike in southern Syria targeted a Hamas weapons storage facility in Deir Ali, aiming to diminish Hamas' operational capabilities. Concurrently, Israeli forces struck Hezbollah sites in Lebanon's Beqaa Valley and other locations, citing violations of a ceasefire agreement established in November 2024. The ceasefire requires Hezbollah to retreat north of the Litani River and Israeli forces to withdraw south of the Blue Line, though both sides have accused each other of violations. Despite the truce, tensions remain high following Hamas' attacks on Israel in October 2023, which escalated conflicts with Hezbollah, an ally of Hamas. These military actions underscore ongoing regional instability and the challenges of enforcing ceasefire agreements.