In a public address, Hezbollah Chief Hassan Nasrallah denies claims that the Israeli military destroyed thousands of the group's rocket launchers. Israel says no base was hit near Tel Aviv.

Main operation target was Israel's base near Tel Aviv: Hezbollah Chief

100 Israeli jets swooped down on rocket launchers that were purportedly aiming to strike not just Northern border areas but as far as central Israel, including Tel Aviv.

Israel-Hezbollah Tensions: Israel-Hezbollah exchange deadly rocket and missile strikes

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Sunday's strikes in Lebanon were "not the final word" in his country's military campaign against Lebanese armed group Hezbollah.

Israel-Hezbollah Tensions: Israel in delivering painful blows to Hezbollah, says Netanyahu

The Iran-backed group Hezbollah claimed it had successfully struck 11 Israeli military sites using drones and more than 320 Katyusha rockets.

Israel-Hezbollah Tensions: Hezbollah claims 320 rockets launched on 11 Israeli sites

Israel-Hezbollah Tensions: Israel claims to thwart Hezbollah's 'massive' attack

Israel-Hezbollah Tensions: 'Operative Pre-emptive strike', Israel claims massive air assault

Hezbollah launched hundreds of rockets and drones against Israel on Sunday in retaliation for the assassination of a senior commander in Beirut last month, the Iranian-backed movement said, as Israel's cabinet met to prepare a response.

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Israel-Hezbollah Tensions: Launched more than 320 Katyusha rockets overnight, says Hezbollah

Israel-Hezbollah tensions: Netanyahu warns strikes in Lebanon 'not the final word'

Israel-Hezbollah tensions: IDF warns Israelis to expect drones, missile launched by Hezbollah

Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister said that he is working to prevent his country from becoming embroiled in the Hezbollah-Israel conflict, even as there have been exchanges of cross-border fire between Hezbollah and Israel.

Israel-Hezbollah tensions: Lebanese caretaker PM says, 'Working to ease tensions at border'

Israel-Hezbollah tensions: 100 fighter jets participated in pre-emptive strike, says IDF

<p>Hezbollah had planned to launch large-scale missile and drone attacks in central Israel on Sunday (Aug 25) morning before Tel Aviv came up with its pre-emptive strikes, a report in <em>Times of Israel&nbsp;</em>has claimed, citing IDF intelligence sources.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Iran-backed outfit was aiming for the&nbsp;Glilot base near Herzliya, where several IDF intelligence units and the Mossad headquarters are based. The attack was supposed to start around 5 am local time but the Israeli forces drew first blood.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lebanon's state-run news agency reported that Israeli strikes in the southern region on Sunday were "the most violent" since the war in Gaza against Hamas began in October last year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As soon as the Israeli fighter jets were scrambled out of the hangars to launch the attacks, IDF issued a statement to residents of southern Lebanon to seek safer pastures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Fighter jets are now attacking targets of the Hezbollah terrorist organisation that posed an immediate threat to the Israeli home front," the IDF said in a statement.</p>

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<h2><strong>'Whoever harms us'</strong></h2>

<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu chaired a cabinet meeting after the pre-emptive strikes and vowed that Tel Aviv would respond to anyone who tried to 'harm us'.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We are determined to do everything to protect our country, return the residents of the north safely to their homes and continue to follow a simple rule: Whoever harms us — we harm them," said Netanyahu.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This morning we detected Hezbollah’s preparations to attack Israel. In consultation with the defence minister and the IDF chief of staff, we instructed the IDF to act proactively to remove the threat," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-launches-pre-emptive-strike-in-lebanon-to-prevent-large-scale-hezbollah-attack-753044"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Israel launches pre-emptive strike in Lebanon to prevent large-scale Hezbollah attack</strong></a></p>

<p>Meanwhile,&nbsp;Defence Minister Yoav Gallant announced a 48-hour nationwide state of emergency from 06:00 am (0300 GMT) Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The declaration on the state of emergency enables the IDF (Israeli military) to issue instructions to the citizens of Israel, including limiting gatherings and closing sites where it may be relevant," Gallant said, in a statement issued by his office.</p>

<p>After Israel's pre-emptive strikes, Hezbollah also announced it had launched attacks in northern Israel. Hezbollah said it had launched 'more than 320' Katyusha rockets while Israel claimed only 220 rockets and around 20 drones were fired.&nbsp;</p>

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Hezbollah had planned to launch large-scale missile and drone attacks in central Israel on Sunday (Aug 25) morning before Tel Aviv came up with its pre-emptive strikes, a report in Times of Israel has claimed, citing IDF intelligence sources.

Hezbollah had planned to launch large-scale missile and drone attacks in central Israel on Sunday (Aug 25) morning before Tel Aviv came up with its pre-emptive strikes, a report in Times of Israel has claimed, citing IDF intelligence sources. The Iran-backed outfit was aiming for the Glilot base near Herzliya, where several IDF intelligence units and the Mossad headquarters are based. The attack was supposed to start around 5 am local time but the Israeli forces drew first blood. Lebanon's state-run news agency reported that Israeli strikes in the southern region on Sunday were "the most violent" since the war in Gaza against Hamas began in October last year. As soon as the Israeli fighter jets were scrambled out of the hangars to launch the attacks, IDF issued a statement to residents of southern Lebanon to seek safer pastures. "Fighter jets are now attacking targets of the Hezbollah terrorist organisation that posed an immediate threat to the Israeli home front," the IDF said in a statement. FIRST VISUALS: Missiles seen fired over Israel-Lebanon border as Israeli Defence Forces conduct preemptive strike against Hezbollah targets#Lebanon #Israel READ MORE: https://t.co/Ur1X2rIU6R pic.twitter.com/8j4vXAUzD8 — WION (@WIONews) August 25, 2024 × Watch | Israel launches pre-emptive strikes on Lebanon × 'Whoever harms us' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu chaired a cabinet meeting after the pre-emptive strikes and vowed that Tel Aviv would respond to anyone who tried to 'harm us'. “We are determined to do everything to protect our country, return the residents of the north safely to their homes and continue to follow a simple rule: Whoever harms us — we harm them," said Netanyahu. “This morning we detected Hezbollah’s preparations to attack Israel. In consultation with the defence minister and the IDF chief of staff, we instructed the IDF to act proactively to remove the threat," he added. Also read | Israel launches pre-emptive strike in Lebanon to prevent large-scale Hezbollah attack Meanwhile, Defence Minister Yoav Gallant announced a 48-hour nationwide state of emergency from 06:00 am (0300 GMT) Sunday. "The declaration on the state of emergency enables the IDF (Israeli military) to issue instructions to the citizens of Israel, including limiting gatherings and closing sites where it may be relevant," Gallant said, in a statement issued by his office. After Israel's pre-emptive strikes, Hezbollah also announced it had launched attacks in northern Israel. Hezbollah said it had launched 'more than 320' Katyusha rockets while Israel claimed only 220 rockets and around 20 drones were fired. (With inputs from agencies)

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Israel-Hezbollah tensions: 320 Katyusha rockets fired at Israel, says Hezbollah

<p>Israel launched pre-emptive strikes at Hezbollah targets in Lebanon on Sunday (August 24) after the Iran-backed militant group announced a large-scale operation against Israel. Hezbollah said that it launched "more than 320" Katyusha rockets towards Israel.</p>

<p>Israel said that the country's fighter jets attacked thousands of Hezbollah rocket launchers in south Lebanon that were aimed at northern and central Israel.</p>

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<p>"Approximately 100 IAF fighter jets ... struck and destroyed thousands of Hezbollah rocket launcher barrels that were located and embedded in southern Lebanon," an Israeli military statement read. "Most of these launchers were aimed toward northern Israel, and some were aimed toward central Israel."</p>

<p>The current state of escalation comes after weeks of tension, with Hezbollah vowing to avenge the assassination of its military commander, Fuad Shukr, last month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In the context of the initial response" to the killing of Shukr, Hezbollah said it "began an air attack with a large number of drones" targeting deep into Israel. Hezbollah also targeted "a number of enemy positions and barracks and Iron Dome platforms... with a large number of rockets,"&nbsp;adding that "military operations will take some time to complete."</p>

<p>According to a statement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has declared a state of emergency across the country for the next 48 hours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This "special situation on the home front," as it is officially termed, grants the IDF Home Front Command expanded authority to impose restrictions on the civilian population.</p>

<p>"The Israeli Defense Force (IDF) identified the Hezbollah terrorist organization as preparing to fire missiles and rockets toward Israeli territory. In response to these threats, the IDF is striking terror targets in Lebanon," the Israeli military said in a statement. "Israeli Air Force (IAF) fighter jets are currently striking targets belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization that pose an imminent threat to the citizens of the State of Israel."</p>

<p>As a precautionary measure, Israel's Ben Gurion International Airport announced delays and diversions of flights early Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>The United States responds&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The United States said it would "keep supporting Israel's right to defend itself'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to US National Security Council Spokesperson Sean Savett, "At President Joe Biden's direction, senior US officials have been communicating continuously with their Israeli counterparts. We will keep supporting Israel's right to defend itself, and we will keep working for regional stability."</p>

<p>The current escalation follows increasing hostilities that began after Hamas'&nbsp;unprecedented attack on southern Israel on October 7 last year, which resulted in the deaths of nearly 1,200 people, most of whom were civilians. Israel's subsequent military campaign in Gaza has killed over 40,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

<p><strong><em>Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments in the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.</em></strong></p>


Israel launched pre-emptive strikes at Hezbollah targets in Lebanon on Sunday (August 24) after the Iran-backed militant group announced a large-scale operation against Israel.

Israel launched pre-emptive strikes at Hezbollah targets in Lebanon on Sunday (August 24) after the Iran-backed militant group announced a large-scale operation against Israel. Hezbollah said that it launched "more than 320" Katyusha rockets towards Israel. Israel said that the country's fighter jets attacked thousands of Hezbollah rocket launchers in south Lebanon that were aimed at northern and central Israel. View this post on Instagram A post shared by WION (@wionews) × "Approximately 100 IAF fighter jets ... struck and destroyed thousands of Hezbollah rocket launcher barrels that were located and embedded in southern Lebanon," an Israeli military statement read. "Most of these launchers were aimed toward northern Israel, and some were aimed toward central Israel." The current state of escalation comes after weeks of tension, with Hezbollah vowing to avenge the assassination of its military commander, Fuad Shukr, last month. "In the context of the initial response" to the killing of Shukr, Hezbollah said it "began an air attack with a large number of drones" targeting deep into Israel. Hezbollah also targeted "a number of enemy positions and barracks and Iron Dome platforms... with a large number of rockets," adding that "military operations will take some time to complete." According to a statement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has declared a state of emergency across the country for the next 48 hours. This "special situation on the home front," as it is officially termed, grants the IDF Home Front Command expanded authority to impose restrictions on the civilian population. "The Israeli Defense Force (IDF) identified the Hezbollah terrorist organization as preparing to fire missiles and rockets toward Israeli territory. In response to these threats, the IDF is striking terror targets in Lebanon," the Israeli military said in a statement. "Israeli Air Force (IAF) fighter jets are currently striking targets belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization that pose an imminent threat to the citizens of the State of Israel." As a precautionary measure, Israel's Ben Gurion International Airport announced delays and diversions of flights early Sunday. The United States responds The United States said it would "keep supporting Israel's right to defend itself'. According to US National Security Council Spokesperson Sean Savett, "At President Joe Biden's direction, senior US officials have been communicating continuously with their Israeli counterparts. We will keep supporting Israel's right to defend itself, and we will keep working for regional stability." The current escalation follows increasing hostilities that began after Hamas' unprecedented attack on southern Israel on October 7 last year, which resulted in the deaths of nearly 1,200 people, most of whom were civilians. Israel's subsequent military campaign in Gaza has killed over 40,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments in the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.

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The Israeli military said it had bombed Hezbollah weapons storage facilities in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley, and Hezbollah said it had carried out a drone attack on military posts in a kibbutz in northern Israel in retaliation.

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Lebanon’s Hezbollah has launched more than 50 rockets, hitting several private homes in the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights. The attack on Wednesday came a day after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with fellow mediators Egypt and Qatar as he pressed ahead with the latest diplomatic mission to secure a cease-fire in the war in Gaza, even as Hamas and Israel signalled that challenges remain.

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Lebanon's Hezbollah on Friday released a video showing what appeared to be underground tunnels and large missile launchers, amid fears of all-out war between the Iran-backed group and Israel. Watch in for more details!

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<p>Lebanon's Economy Minister&nbsp;Amin Salam said on Thursday (Aug 8) that the country's economy was in a very dangerous spot as the government prepared&nbsp;for war, a siege, and billions of dollars of destruction and losses. Speaking to <em>The National</em>, Economy Minister Salam said that a full-scale war in Lebanon would destroy "what is left of this nation.”</p>

<p>Tensions in West Asia escalated following the killings of Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh and&nbsp;senior Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr. An IDF air strike killed Shukr but Israel has not claimed responsibility for Haniyeh's assassination.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hezbollah-confirms-top-commanders-assassination-faud-shukrs-body-found-in-beirut-buildings-rubble-746074">Hezbollah confirms top commander's assassination; Faud Shukr's body found in Beirut building's rubble</a></strong></p>

<p>Hezbollah and Iran&nbsp;have promised retaliation against Israel for these killings, raising fears that the multiple fronts fighting in parallel to the Gaza war could escalate into a full-blown regional conflict.</p>

<h2><strong>An emergency meeting convened</strong></h2>

<p><em>The National</em> reported that on Wednesday, the Lebanese cabinet convened an emergency meeting to assess the country's readiness&nbsp;for a full-scale escalation, focusing on food security, energy, healthcare, and education.</p>

<p>Salam told the publication that ministers were preparing an emergency plan that would cost the country tens of millions of dollars to keep crucial sectors running in case of escalation.</p>

<p><em>The National </em>reported that the emergency plan (in case of a conflict) appeared to be lacking in fuel reserves.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Hezbollah to launch a full-scale attack on Israel in coming days?</strong></p>

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<p>In the 2006 war between Israel and Hezbollah, the former&nbsp;imposed a land, sea, and air blockade on Lebanon after destroying its transportation infrastructures. Citing estimates, Salam said that&nbsp;current diesel supplies would last for only a month to six weeks in a similar scenario.</p>

<h2><strong>'If the flow of diesel is disrupted...'</strong></h2>

<p>Lebanon has been heavily reliant on diesel generators since the economic crisis in 2019&nbsp;dealt the final blow to the electricity sector. Salam told <em>The National</em> if the flow of diesel was disrupted,&nbsp;“Supermarkets will not be able to run refrigerators, hospitals will not be able to function properly, and telecoms will be impacted … this would be a disaster.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The economy minister added that faced with this emergency,&nbsp;fuel providers have promised fast shipments to Lebanon within the month or the next few weeks.</p>

<p>He also appealed for help from the international community if the situation escalated, as Lebanon's&nbsp;already dwindling foreign reserves would barely be sufficient to keep crucial sectors running.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Lebanon's Economy Minister Amin Salam said on Thursday (Aug 8) that the country's economy was in a very dangerous spot as the government prepared for war, a siege, and billions of dollars of destruction and losses.

Lebanon's Economy Minister Amin Salam said on Thursday (Aug 8) that the country's economy was in a very dangerous spot as the government prepared for war, a siege, and billions of dollars of destruction and losses. Speaking to The National, Economy Minister Salam said that a full-scale war in Lebanon would destroy "what is left of this nation.” Tensions in West Asia escalated following the killings of Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh and senior Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr. An IDF air strike killed Shukr but Israel has not claimed responsibility for Haniyeh's assassination. Also read | Hezbollah confirms top commander's assassination; Faud Shukr's body found in Beirut building's rubble Hezbollah and Iran have promised retaliation against Israel for these killings, raising fears that the multiple fronts fighting in parallel to the Gaza war could escalate into a full-blown regional conflict. An emergency meeting convened The National reported that on Wednesday, the Lebanese cabinet convened an emergency meeting to assess the country's readiness for a full-scale escalation, focusing on food security, energy, healthcare, and education. Salam told the publication that ministers were preparing an emergency plan that would cost the country tens of millions of dollars to keep crucial sectors running in case of escalation. The National reported that the emergency plan (in case of a conflict) appeared to be lacking in fuel reserves. Also watch | Hezbollah to launch a full-scale attack on Israel in coming days? × In the 2006 war between Israel and Hezbollah, the former imposed a land, sea, and air blockade on Lebanon after destroying its transportation infrastructures. Citing estimates, Salam said that current diesel supplies would last for only a month to six weeks in a similar scenario. 'If the flow of diesel is disrupted...' Lebanon has been heavily reliant on diesel generators since the economic crisis in 2019 dealt the final blow to the electricity sector. Salam told The National if the flow of diesel was disrupted, “Supermarkets will not be able to run refrigerators, hospitals will not be able to function properly, and telecoms will be impacted … this would be a disaster.” The economy minister added that faced with this emergency, fuel providers have promised fast shipments to Lebanon within the month or the next few weeks. He also appealed for help from the international community if the situation escalated, as Lebanon's already dwindling foreign reserves would barely be sufficient to keep crucial sectors running. (With inputs from agencies)

West Asia crisis: 'A full-scale war in Lebanon will...,' warns minister

After Hezbollah rocket kills 12 Israeli children, Israel vows ‘heavy blow’ and politicians call for all-out war; Tehran warns ‘adventures’ in Lebanon could spiral out of control. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Lebanon braces for Israeli retaliation

A deadly rocket strike in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights has added to concerns that Israel and Hezbollah could be sucked into a full-scale war. Watch in for more details!

Why Israel-Hezbollah conflict is heating up

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<p>Israeli officials said on Monday (July 29) that their country wants to hurt Hezbollah but not drag the Middle East into an all-out war,&nbsp;as Lebanon braced for retaliation after a rocket strike in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights killed 12 people. Israel blamed Hezbollah for the strike but the&nbsp;Iranian-backed Lebanese group denied any role.</p>

<p>Speaking to the news agency Reuters, the officials said that Israel was preparing&nbsp;for the possibility of a few days of fighting following Saturday's strike. The officials gave no further details about the plans for retaliation.</p>

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<p>An Israeli diplomatic source, meanwhile, told the news agency, "The estimation is that the response will not lead to an all-out war.&nbsp;That would not be in our interest at this point."</p>

<h2><strong>'Our response will be harsh'</strong></h2>

<p>The remarks of the Israeli officials came after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that his country's response (to the Golan Heights attack) would be harsh.&nbsp;"The state of Israel will not and cannot let this pass," Prime Minister Netanyahu's office said in a statement on Monday.</p>

<p>Earlier, the <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-war-cabinet-approves-reprisal-for-golan-heights-attack-745238">Israeli security cabinet&nbsp;authorised Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant</a></strong> to decide on the manner and timing of a response to Saturday's strike.</p>

<p>Both Israel and Hezbollah&nbsp;have appeared at pains to avoid a full-scale war since they began trading blows in October following the outbreak of the Gaza war.&nbsp;Saturday's strike has increased concerns that the months of cross-border hostilities could spiral into a broader, more destructive war.</p>

<p>Reuters reported that an Israeli drone strike killed two Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon on Monday as well as&nbsp;three other people including an infant. These were the first fatalities in Lebanon&nbsp;since Saturday's incident.</p>

<p>Also on Monday, the Israeli military downed&nbsp;a drone that crossed from Lebanon into the Western Galilee area.</p>

<h2><strong>UN steps in to dial down tensions</strong></h2>

<p>The United Nations (UN) peacekeeping mission in south Lebanon said it had intensified contacts with Israeli&nbsp;and Lebanese authorities to dial down tensions.</p>

<p>"Nobody wants to start a wider conflict, but a miscalculation could trigger one. There is still space for a diplomatic solution," the peacekeeping mission's spokesperson Andrea Tenenti said.</p>

<h2><strong>US leading diplomatic dash to deter Israel from retaliating</strong></h2>

<p>The United States (US) has been leading a diplomatic dash to deter Israel from striking Lebanon's capital Beirut or major civil infrastructure, Reuters reported on Tuesday citing sources.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Golan heights attack: Hezbollah denies Israeli allegations</strong></p>

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<p>The focus of the high-speed diplomacy has been to constrain Israel's response by urging it against targeting Beirut and&nbsp;key infrastructure like airports and bridges.</p>

<p>While the US also blamed Hezbollah for the attack at Golan Heights,&nbsp;US&nbsp;Secretary of State Antony Blinken, in a phone call with Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Monday, emphasised the importance of preventing the escalation of the conflict.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Israeli officials said on Monday (July 29) that their country wants to hurt Hezbollah but not drag the Middle East into an all-out war, as Lebanon braced for retaliation after a rocket strike in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights killed 12 people.

Israeli officials said on Monday (July 29) that their country wants to hurt Hezbollah but not drag the Middle East into an all-out war, as Lebanon braced for retaliation after a rocket strike in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights killed 12 people. Israel blamed Hezbollah for the strike but the Iranian-backed Lebanese group denied any role. Speaking to the news agency Reuters, the officials said that Israel was preparing for the possibility of a few days of fighting following Saturday's strike. The officials gave no further details about the plans for retaliation. Also read | Golan Heights attack: Lebanon's Beirut airport cancels flights amid fears of Israeli attack An Israeli diplomatic source, meanwhile, told the news agency, "The estimation is that the response will not lead to an all-out war. That would not be in our interest at this point." 'Our response will be harsh' The remarks of the Israeli officials came after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that his country's response (to the Golan Heights attack) would be harsh. "The state of Israel will not and cannot let this pass," Prime Minister Netanyahu's office said in a statement on Monday. Earlier, the Israeli security cabinet authorised Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant to decide on the manner and timing of a response to Saturday's strike. Both Israel and Hezbollah have appeared at pains to avoid a full-scale war since they began trading blows in October following the outbreak of the Gaza war. Saturday's strike has increased concerns that the months of cross-border hostilities could spiral into a broader, more destructive war. Reuters reported that an Israeli drone strike killed two Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon on Monday as well as three other people including an infant. These were the first fatalities in Lebanon since Saturday's incident. Also on Monday, the Israeli military downed a drone that crossed from Lebanon into the Western Galilee area. UN steps in to dial down tensions The United Nations (UN) peacekeeping mission in south Lebanon said it had intensified contacts with Israeli and Lebanese authorities to dial down tensions. "Nobody wants to start a wider conflict, but a miscalculation could trigger one. There is still space for a diplomatic solution," the peacekeeping mission's spokesperson Andrea Tenenti said. US leading diplomatic dash to deter Israel from retaliating The United States (US) has been leading a diplomatic dash to deter Israel from striking Lebanon's capital Beirut or major civil infrastructure, Reuters reported on Tuesday citing sources. Also watch | Golan heights attack: Hezbollah denies Israeli allegations × The focus of the high-speed diplomacy has been to constrain Israel's response by urging it against targeting Beirut and key infrastructure like airports and bridges. While the US also blamed Hezbollah for the attack at Golan Heights, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, in a phone call with Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Monday, emphasised the importance of preventing the escalation of the conflict. (With inputs from agencies)

Golan Heights attack: Israel says it 'wants to hurt Hezbollah but...'

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Israel says Hezbollah has 'crossed all red lines'

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<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday (Jul&nbsp;27) that his country&nbsp;won't stay silent after a&nbsp;rocket attack killed 12&nbsp;people, including children, at a football pitch in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. Israel blamed Hezbollah for the attack and vowed to respond against the&nbsp;Iran-backed Lebanese group. Hezbollah denied any responsibility (for the strike).</p>

<p>Addressing Israeli citizens, Prime Minister Netanyahu said, "I was shocked to see the horrific photos in the wake of Hezbollah's murderous attack in Majdal Shams. Among those who were murdered are young children who were playing soccer, and others. All of our hearts are broken over these sights."</p>

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<p>"We embrace the families and the entire Druze community in its difficult hour, which is also our difficult hour," he said, adding, "I can say that the State of Israel will not let this pass in silence. We will not overlook this."</p>

<h2><strong>Attack injures 13</strong></h2>

<p>The rocket struck&nbsp;a football pitch in the Druze village of Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights.&nbsp;The Israeli ambulance service said 13 more people were wounded by the attack at the pitch which was filled at the time with children and teenagers.</p>

<p>Footage posted on social media showed the moment the rocket hit. An air raid siren can be heard, followed by a big explosion and images of smoke rising.</p>

<p>Speaking to the news agency Reuters, a witness said people were playing at the pitch and ran to a shelter as they heard sirens. "...it may take them like 15 seconds (to reach the shelter). But they couldn't reach the shelter because the rocket hit the site between the ground and the shelter," the witness added.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Rocket attack at football ground in Golan Heights kills 12</strong></p>

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<p>This was the deadliest strike&nbsp;in Israel or Israeli-annexed territory since the start of the conflict in Gaza.</p>

<p>In a statement, Hezbollah said,&nbsp;"The Islamic Resistance has absolutely nothing to do with the incident, and categorically denies all false allegations in this regard."</p>

<p>The Israeli military said&nbsp;it "will prepare a response" against Hezbollah.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'A horrific attack'</strong></h2>

<p>The United States (US), which has been&nbsp;leading diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating the conflict across the Lebanese-Israeli border, condemned Saturday's strike by calling it a horrific attack.</p>

<p>The US said its support for&nbsp;Israel's security was "iron-clad and unwavering against all&nbsp;Iranian-backed terrorist groups, including Lebanese Hezbollah."&nbsp;</p>

<p>A White House spokesperson said that Washington&nbsp;continues to support efforts to end these terrible attacks along the Blue Line (the frontier between Lebanon and Israel), which must be a top priority.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday (Jul 27) that his country won't stay silent after a rocket attack killed 12 people, including children, at a football pitch in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday (Jul 27) that his country won't stay silent after a rocket attack killed 12 people, including children, at a football pitch in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. Israel blamed Hezbollah for the attack and vowed to respond against the Iran-backed Lebanese group. Hezbollah denied any responsibility (for the strike). Addressing Israeli citizens, Prime Minister Netanyahu said, "I was shocked to see the horrific photos in the wake of Hezbollah's murderous attack in Majdal Shams. Among those who were murdered are young children who were playing soccer, and others. All of our hearts are broken over these sights." Also read | Gaza war: IDF attack on school kills 31; Israel says it targeted Hamas hideout "We embrace the families and the entire Druze community in its difficult hour, which is also our difficult hour," he said, adding, "I can say that the State of Israel will not let this pass in silence. We will not overlook this." Attack injures 13 The rocket struck a football pitch in the Druze village of Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights. The Israeli ambulance service said 13 more people were wounded by the attack at the pitch which was filled at the time with children and teenagers. Footage posted on social media showed the moment the rocket hit. An air raid siren can be heard, followed by a big explosion and images of smoke rising. Speaking to the news agency Reuters, a witness said people were playing at the pitch and ran to a shelter as they heard sirens. "...it may take them like 15 seconds (to reach the shelter). But they couldn't reach the shelter because the rocket hit the site between the ground and the shelter," the witness added. Also watch | Rocket attack at football ground in Golan Heights kills 12 × This was the deadliest strike in Israel or Israeli-annexed territory since the start of the conflict in Gaza. In a statement, Hezbollah said, "The Islamic Resistance has absolutely nothing to do with the incident, and categorically denies all false allegations in this regard." The Israeli military said it "will prepare a response" against Hezbollah. 'A horrific attack' The United States (US), which has been leading diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating the conflict across the Lebanese-Israeli border, condemned Saturday's strike by calling it a horrific attack. The US said its support for Israel's security was "iron-clad and unwavering against all Iranian-backed terrorist groups, including Lebanese Hezbollah." A White House spokesperson said that Washington continues to support efforts to end these terrible attacks along the Blue Line (the frontier between Lebanon and Israel), which must be a top priority. (With inputs from agencies)

Golan Heights rocket attack: Israeli PM Netanyahu says his country won't stay silent

The Hezbollah terror group published a new propaganda video on Wednesday from what it said was one of its reconnaissance drones flying over the Ramat David Airbase in northern Israel. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Hezbollah publishes drone footage of Ramat David Airbase

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Hezbollah releases drone footage of Ramat David airbase

<p>A loud explosion shook a building in Tel Aviv on Friday morning, injuring at least two people. Police and bomb disposal experts are on the scene, working to understand what happened.</p>

<p>The cause of the explosion is still unknown. The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said, "Earlier tonight, an explosion was heard in the central Tel Aviv area, the suspicion that it was an aerial target is being investigated."</p>

<p>People living nearby reported that the blast shattered some objects in their homes, according to The Jerusalem Post.</p>

<p>This explosion came after the Israeli military killed Habib Maatouk, a senior commander of the Iran-backed Hezbollah, in southern Lebanon. This is part of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.</p>

<p>The two sides have been firing at each other since October 7, when Hamas attacked Israel, killing at least 14 people and taking several as captives.</p>

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<p>Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah warned that his group would increase attacks if Israel hit more civilians. Following his warning, Hezbollah fired rockets and missiles at Israel, including an attack on the Filon base in Safed.</p>

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<p>The conflict&nbsp;between Israel and Hezbollah, as well as the broader Israel-Hamas war, has led to many deaths and much suffering.</p>

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<p>In Lebanon, over 100 civilians and 300 Hezbollah fighters have died. In Gaza, the war has killed more than 38,600 people and displaced most of the 2.3 million population.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A loud explosion shook a building in Tel Aviv on Friday morning, injuring at least two people. Police and bomb disposal experts are on the scene, working to understand what happened.

A loud explosion shook a building in Tel Aviv on Friday morning, injuring at least two people. Police and bomb disposal experts are on the scene, working to understand what happened. The cause of the explosion is still unknown. The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said, "Earlier tonight, an explosion was heard in the central Tel Aviv area, the suspicion that it was an aerial target is being investigated." People living nearby reported that the blast shattered some objects in their homes, according to The Jerusalem Post. This explosion came after the Israeli military killed Habib Maatouk, a senior commander of the Iran-backed Hezbollah, in southern Lebanon. This is part of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The two sides have been firing at each other since October 7, when Hamas attacked Israel, killing at least 14 people and taking several as captives. Also read: Trump's first speech since assassination attempt, predicts incredible victory in November election Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah warned that his group would increase attacks if Israel hit more civilians. Following his warning, Hezbollah fired rockets and missiles at Israel, including an attack on the Filon base in Safed. Watch | Bangladesh Quota protest: Why are Bangladeshi students protesting against job quotas? × The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, as well as the broader Israel-Hamas war, has led to many deaths and much suffering. Also read: 'Extremely important' that US keeps backing Ukraine: NATO chief In Lebanon, over 100 civilians and 300 Hezbollah fighters have died. In Gaza, the war has killed more than 38,600 people and displaced most of the 2.3 million population. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel: Explosion rocks Tel Aviv amid rising tensions between Hezbollah and Hamas

Amid rising Israel-Hezbollah tensions, around 100 rockets reportedly targeted different areas of Northern Israel. Molly Gambhir getting you the complete story.

Israel-Hezbollah Tensions: 100 rockets target Northern Israel

Lebanon Hezbollah fired a barrage of rockets on Israel on Tuesday while the group has claimed responsibility for the assault they said it comes in retaliation to Israeli strikes that killed five people including three children in southern Lebanon.

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: At least 80 Hezbollah rockets strike Northern Israel

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