After massive airstrikes on Lebanon in its war with Hezbollah killed at least 254 people and wounded over 100 on Wednesday, the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to keep striking the militant group. Taking to social media Thursday, Netanyahu said he “will continue to strike Hezbollah wherever necessary”. The statement also comes after the IDF said it had assassinated Ali Yusuf Harshi, the secretary of Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem.&nbsp;“Our message is clear: whoever acts against Israeli civilians will be targeted. We will continue to strike Hezbollah wherever necessary, until we restore full security to the residents of the north,” Netanyahu wrote in Hebrew on X.&nbsp;ALSO READ: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/no-iran-war-ceasefire-how-truce-is-violated-within-hours-from-gulf-states-to-lebanon-and-the-strait-of-hormuz-1775726595663">No Iran war ceasefire: How truce is violated within hours, from Gulf states to Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz</a>&nbsp;“The IDF struck a series of terror infrastructures in southern Lebanon: crossing points used to transfer thousands of weapons, rockets and launchers, as well as weapons depots, launch sites, and Hezbollah command centers,” Netanyahu adds, sharing IDF footage of the attacks," Netanyahu added.<h2>Attack on Hezbollah despite ceasefire?</h2>The strike on Hezbollah by Israeli forces has come when Iran has agreed on a ceasefire with US and Israel for a period of two weeks. However, Tel Aviv says that Lebanon was never included in the deal agreed upon, while Iran calls it a violation.&nbsp;Immediately after the attack on Hezbollah was reported, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said, “The Iran–U.S. ceasefire terms are clear and explicit: the U.S. must choose—ceasefire or continued war via Israel. It cannot have both. The world sees the massacres in Lebanon. The ball is in the US court, and the world is watching whether it will act on its commitments.” Iran warned it would withdraw from the current agreement if Israel continues attacking Lebanon.&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. &nbsp;

The strike on Hezbollah by Israeli forces has come when Iran has agreed on a ceasefire with US and Israel for a period of two weeks. However, Tel Aviv says that Lebanon was never included in the deal agreed upon.

After massive airstrikes on Lebanon in its war with Hezbollah killed at least 254 people and wounded over 100 on Wednesday, the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to keep striking the militant group. Taking to social media Thursday, Netanyahu said he “will continue to strike Hezbollah wherever necessary”. The statement also comes after the IDF said it had assassinated Ali Yusuf Harshi, the secretary of Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem. “Our message is clear: whoever acts against Israeli civilians will be targeted. We will continue to strike Hezbollah wherever necessary, until we restore full security to the residents of the north,” Netanyahu wrote in Hebrew on X. ALSO READ: No Iran war ceasefire: How truce is violated within hours, from Gulf states to Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz “The IDF struck a series of terror infrastructures in southern Lebanon: crossing points used to transfer thousands of weapons, rockets and launchers, as well as weapons depots, launch sites, and Hezbollah command centers,” Netanyahu adds, sharing IDF footage of the attacks," Netanyahu added. Attack on Hezbollah despite ceasefire? The strike on Hezbollah by Israeli forces has come when Iran has agreed on a ceasefire with US and Israel for a period of two weeks. However, Tel Aviv says that Lebanon was never included in the deal agreed upon, while Iran calls it a violation. Immediately after the attack on Hezbollah was reported, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said, “The Iran–U.S. ceasefire terms are clear and explicit: the U.S. must choose—ceasefire or continued war via Israel. It cannot have both. The world sees the massacres in Lebanon. The ball is in the US court, and the world is watching whether it will act on its commitments.” Iran warned it would withdraw from the current agreement if Israel continues attacking Lebanon. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

The strike on Hezbollah by Israeli forces has come when Iran has agreed on a ceasefire with US and Israel for a period of two weeks. However, Tel Aviv says that Lebanon was never included in the deal agreed upon.

Netanyahu vows to continue strike on Hezbollah ‘wherever necessary until…’

We are witnessing a quick unravelling of the Iran–Israel–US ceasefire, if at all one was envisaged. Both sides are ignoring core demands, with Israel's strikes in Lebanon and Iranian attacks on Gulf states. Disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is far from over. 

No Iran war ceasefire: How truce is violated within hours, from Gulf states to Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz

As Israel expanded its offensive on Hezbollah in Lebanon, it was reported by Israeli military that it has killed a close advisor and nephew of ⁠Hezbollah ​Chief​ Naim Qassem ⁠said on ​Thursday (Apr 9). Even as Iran and the United States agreed to stop hostilities for a period of two weeks, Lebanon has become the primary issue with Israel claiming that it was not included in the deal and Iran saying otherwise. The US has also sided with Israel on the matter and called it a "reasonable misunderstanding" between the parties.&nbsp;&nbsp;<blockquote>"The IDF struck in ​the ​Beirut ⁠area and eliminated Ali ​Yusuf Harshi, ​the ⁠personal secretary and nephew of ⁠Hezbollah ​Secretary-General ​Naim Qassem," the military ​said. Harshi was "a close associate and personal adviser to... Qassem and played a central role in managing and securing his office", it added.</blockquote>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/israel-envoy-netanyahu-big-statement-on-not-credible-partner-pakistan-after-lebanon-issue-in-iran-us-ceasefire-us-used-their-services-1775709068000">'Not credible': Israel envoy's BIG statement on Pakistan after Iran-US ceasefire</a><h2>Israel-Lebanon conflict</h2>Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, in his first reaction, backed the ceasefire decision but said Lebanon was not included in the deal. In a televised address, Netanyahu described the truce as a “milestone”, warning that the Israeli military has its "finger on the trigger" and is ready to resume fighting at any moment if necessary. The Israeli military hit more than 100 targets within just 10 minutes across Lebanon. Israel has warned of more strikes and have issued evacuation alert in areas near Southern Lebanon on Thursday (Apr 9).&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/trump-issues-first-warning-to-iran-after-ceasefire-wants-real-agreement-to-be-followed-lebanon-tension-shooting-stars-will-1775707794596">'Shooting stars will...': Trump issues first warning to Iran after ceasefire, wants 'REAL AGREEMENT' to be followed</a><h2>What we know about the ceasefire and contrast in versions?</h2>US and Iran announced a ceasefire on April 7 and agreed to halt hostilities for a period of two weeks. Iran agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz immediately, while the US agreed to discuss the 10 points plan by Tehran. Pakistan. Both the countries thanked Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, establishing the country as the chief mediator. However, conflicting versions of the ceasefire emerged after Israel in its first statement said that Lebanon is not included. Iran said that it is, while Trump administration denied. Iran also said that it has right to enruch uranium, while Trump said “it will be taken care of.”<h2>Trump's latest threat</h2>A day after Iran and the United States announced a ceasefire, US President Donald Trump issued another warning, while he also exuded his confidence that the truce will continue and Strait of Hormuz will be open. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that all US warships, aircraft, additional ammunition, weaponry and military personnel will remain in place in, and around, Iran till “REAL AGREEMENT reached is fully complied with.” Trump's emphasis on the world "real" stems from the confusion and contrast between the version of ceasefire between Iran, the US and Israel. On Thursday (Apr 9), Trump's post also issued warning to Tehran, who said that they are shutting Strait of Hormuz again after Israel attacked Lebanon. “If for any reason it is not, which is highly unlikely, then the “Shootin’ Starts,” bigger, and better, and stronger than anyone has ever seen before. It was agreed, a long time ago, and despite all of the fake rhetoric to the contrary - NO NUCLEAR WEAPONS and, the Strait of Hormuz WILL BE OPEN &amp; SAFE," Trump said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Israel intensified strikes in Lebanon, killing a close aide to Hezbollah’s chief, amid disputes over a US-Iran ceasefire. While Israel excludes Lebanon from the deal, Iran disagrees. Trump warned of escalation, keeping pressure on Tehran as regional tensions rise.

As Israel expanded its offensive on Hezbollah in Lebanon, it was reported by Israeli military that it has killed a close advisor and nephew of ⁠Hezbollah Chief Naim Qassem ⁠said on Thursday (Apr 9). Even as Iran and the United States agreed to stop hostilities for a period of two weeks, Lebanon has become the primary issue with Israel claiming that it was not included in the deal and Iran saying otherwise. The US has also sided with Israel on the matter and called it a "reasonable misunderstanding" between the parties. "The IDF struck in the Beirut ⁠area and eliminated Ali Yusuf Harshi, the ⁠personal secretary and nephew of ⁠Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem," the military said. Harshi was "a close associate and personal adviser to... Qassem and played a central role in managing and securing his office", it added.

Israel intensified strikes in Lebanon, killing a close aide to Hezbollah’s chief, amid disputes over a US-Iran ceasefire. While Israel excludes Lebanon from the deal, Iran disagrees. Trump warned of escalation, keeping pressure on Tehran as regional tensions rise.

Israel claims killing of Hezbollah chief​ Naim Qassem's nephew and personal adviser Ali ​Yusuf Harshi as conflict intensifies

The Israeli military on Saturday (April 4) said it intends to strike an area near the crossing between Syria and Lebanon and urged residents to evacuate immediately. The IDF issued an urgent warning on X: "ALL INDIVIDUALS PRESENT IN THE FACTORY CROSSING AREA ON THE SYRIAN-LEBANESE BORDER, AND TO ALL TRAVELERS ON THE M30 ROUTE," adding that "remaining in this area exposes you to danger."&nbsp;"Due to Hezbollah's use of the Masnaa Crossing for military purposes and smuggling of combat equipment, the IDF intends to carry out strikes on the crossing in the near future," the military's Arabic-language spokesman, Colonel Avichay Adraee, said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-arrests-family-members-of-slain-iranian-commander-qasem-soleimani-1775317406021">US arrests family members of slain Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani</a>&nbsp;"For your safety, we urge everyone near the crossing and anyone in the area marked in red on the map to evacuate immediately," he added, sharing the marked map on X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%B9%D8%A7%D8%AC%D9%84?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#عاجل</a> ‼️تحذير عاجل إلى جميع المتواجدين في منطقة معبر المصنع على الحدود السورية-اللبنانية، وإلى جميع المسافرين على طريق M30 🔸نظرًا لاستخدام حزب الله لمعبر المصنع لأغراض عسكرية ولتهريب وسائل قتالية يعتزم جيش الدفاع شن غارات على المعبر في الوقت القريب. 🔸حرصًا على سلامتكم ندعو… <a href="https://t.co/6o7wUwy7WM">pic.twitter.com/6o7wUwy7WM</a>&mdash; افيخاي ادرعي (@AvichayAdraee) <a href="https://twitter.com/AvichayAdraee/status/2040497861280874925?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The development comes as Israel has ramped up its offensive against Iranian proxies in the region, including Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza, since the start of the conflict with Iran on February 28.&nbsp;By targeting the Masnaa Crossing, the primary artery connecting Damascus and Beirut, the IDF aims to cripple Hezbollah's ability to replenish its arsenal following weeks of intense aerial bombardment.&nbsp;Israel has been fighting these groups since October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched a massive assault on southern Israel, marking the deadliest attack on the Jewish state since its founding in 1948.&nbsp;The October 7 assault, launched by Hamas under "Operation Al-Aqsa Flood," resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,200 people and the abduction of around 251 hostages. The attack triggered a massive Israeli military response in Gaza that has since expanded into a multi-front regional war. The conflict reached a new and more dangerous phase on February 28, when direct hostilities broke out between Israel, the United States and Iran, leading to coordinated strikes targeting top Iranian leadership and the country's strategic and nuclear infrastructure.&nbsp;According to the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health, at least 1,345 people have lost their lives in Lebanon since Israel renewed widespread attacks following the start of the joint US-Israeli bombing campaign against Iran.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.)

The development comes as Israel has ramped up its offensive against Iranian proxies in the region, including Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza, since the start of the conflict with Iran on February 28.

The Israeli military on Saturday (April 4) said it intends to strike an area near the crossing between Syria and Lebanon and urged residents to evacuate immediately. The IDF issued an urgent warning on X: "ALL INDIVIDUALS PRESENT IN THE FACTORY CROSSING AREA ON THE SYRIAN-LEBANESE BORDER, AND TO ALL TRAVELERS ON THE M30 ROUTE," adding that "remaining in this area exposes you to danger." "Due to Hezbollah's use of the Masnaa Crossing for military purposes and smuggling of combat equipment, the IDF intends to carry out strikes on the crossing in the near future," the military's Arabic-language spokesman, Colonel Avichay Adraee, said. Also Read: US arrests family members of slain Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani "For your safety, we urge everyone near the crossing and anyone in the area marked in red on the map to evacuate immediately," he added, sharing the marked map on X.

The development comes as Israel has ramped up its offensive against Iranian proxies in the region, including Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza, since the start of the conflict with Iran on February 28.

‘Urgent warning’: Israeli army orders evacuation near Syria–Lebanon crossing ahead of strikes

Israel has carried out several air strikes in Lebanon, including a hotel in Hazmieh near Beirut and a residential complex in the eastern city of Baalbek. The Israeli military has claimed that it has intercepted several projectiles from Hezbollah. At least 4 people are killed, and 6 others are injured in the attack at Baalbek, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency. Many others are trapped under the rubble. The targeted complex was in the Al Matraba neighbourhood of the city. Footage from the scenes shows a multistorey building collapsing as rescue workers scour through the debris.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">عدد كبير من الأشخاص عالقين تحت الأنقاض وتسمع صرخات استغاثة في غارة بعلبك. الي عندو الية او جرافة ل رفع الانقاض يتوجه على المجمع فوراا المجمع ماهول بالكامل ويوجد بداخله أكثر من ٦٠ شخصٱ <a href="https://t.co/iMW7ckTg0q">pic.twitter.com/iMW7ckTg0q</a>&mdash; مصدر مسؤول (@fouadkhreiss) <a href="https://twitter.com/fouadkhreiss/status/2029016253570896256?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The attack at the port city of Hazmieh near Beirut was targeting the Comfort Hotel. The casualties of the attack have not been mentioned by the Lebanese Health Ministry. Media reports suggest these attacks were carried out without any prior warning. There have been no clear indications from the Israeli military of who or what it was targeting. In seperate incident, explosions were also reported in Beirut's Haret Hreik neighbourhood, in another residential building in Aramoun in the south of Beirut and another one in a village further south called Sadiyath. The Lebanese Health Ministry has confirmed that 6 people were killed and 8 others were injured. &nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-warns-israel-expand-west-asia-war-doubts-us-talks-1772544524387">Iran accuses Israel of trying to expand the scope of war</a><h2>Israel issues fresh evacuation order in Lebanon</h2>Israel has issued an evacuation order in 13 villages and towns in southern Lebanon. This comes just after the bombing in hotels and residential complex of Beirut. These 13 villages include Qana, Kfar Kila and Majdal Zoun. Ahead of the bombing in Beirut, Israel had issued a similar evacuation notice to 16 villages and towns and more than 50 settlements to leave. These villages and towns will permit Israel to establish a larger buffer zone there. These are in addition to the 5 zones already occupied by Israel since the war between Hezbollah and Israel in 2024. Israel was supposed to withdraw from these five positions, and Hezbollah was supposed to disarm in the South of the Litani River; neither side has lived up to the bargain. Hezbollah has launched fresh strikes on Israel following the death of Khamenei, despite a ban from the Lebanese authority. This was the first time Hezbollah attacked since the 2024 ceasefire agreement, though the IDF regularly violates it.&nbsp;&nbsp;WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Israel launches airstrikes in Beirut, Baalbek and southern Lebanon, killing 10. Fresh evacuation orders issued amid rising tensions with Hezbollah.

Israel has carried out several air strikes in Lebanon, including a hotel in Hazmieh near Beirut and a residential complex in the eastern city of Baalbek. The Israeli military has claimed that it has intercepted several projectiles from Hezbollah. At least 4 people are killed, and 6 others are injured in the attack at Baalbek, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency. Many others are trapped under the rubble. The targeted complex was in the Al Matraba neighbourhood of the city. Footage from the scenes shows a multistorey building collapsing as rescue workers scour through the debris.

Israel launches airstrikes in Beirut, Baalbek and southern Lebanon, killing 10. Fresh evacuation orders issued amid rising tensions with Hezbollah.

Israel bombs Beirut hotel, residential complex, issues new evacuation orders