IDF Targets 230 Sites Amid Rising Tensions

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have intensified their military operations against Hezbollah and Hamas, targeting over 230 locations in Lebanon and Gaza within 24 hours, including Hezbollah's command centers and financial operations linked to their military activities. Hezbollah has launched rocket attacks against Israeli positions near Tel Aviv, further exacerbating tensions. The IDF's actions in Gaza have resulted in significant casualties, including the deaths of at least 87 people in Beit Lahiya, highlighting the dire humanitarian situation amidst an ongoing siege. Israeli strikes in Lebanon have focused on Hezbollah's financial networks, believed to fund its military activities, as part of a broader strategy to undermine the group's capabilities. These developments occur amidst rising geopolitical tensions involving Iran, which supports both Hamas and Hezbollah, and ongoing U.S. diplomatic efforts to mediate a ceasefire. Despite international calls for peace, Israel cites national security concerns and recent provocations, including an alleged assassination attempt on Prime Minister Netanyahu by Iran-backed forces, to justify its continued military campaigns.