Israeli warplanes conducted airstrikes near Baalbek, Lebanon, targeting weapons storage facilities belonging to Hezbollah. The strikes caused significant damage and sparked fears of escalation in the already tense region. Lebanese officials condemned the attack as a violation of their sovereignty, while Israel defended its actions as necessary for national security.
Israeli warplanes conducted airstrikes near the town of Baalbek in Lebanon on Thursday, causing widespread damage and raising tensions in the region. The strikes targeted what Israeli officials described as a Hezbollah weapons depot, with the goal of preventing the militant group from obtaining advanced weaponry.
The Lebanese government condemned the airstrikes as a violation of its sovereignty and called for an immediate ceasefire. Prime Minister Hassan Diab warned that such actions could lead to further escalation and destabilization in the region.
Hezbollah, a powerful Shiite militant group based in Lebanon and backed by Iran, vowed to retaliate against Israel for the airstrikes. The group’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, said in a televised speech that Hezbollah has the capability to strike back at Israel and will not hesitate to do so.
The Israeli military defended the airstrikes, stating that they were necessary to prevent Hezbollah from acquiring advanced weapons that could be used against Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the military’s actions and warned that Israel will continue to defend itself against threats from hostile groups in the region.
The airstrikes near Baalbek come amid heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with both sides exchanging threats and warnings in recent weeks. The international community has called for restraint and dialogue to prevent a further escalation of violence in the region.
