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Hezbollah’s statement highlighted the group’s ongoing military operations in northern Israel, directly linking them to the Gaza conflict. “Our attacks on northern Israel will end when Israel ends its war on Gaza,” Hezbollah reiterated, underscoring its stance on the wider regional conflict.
The Israeli army has not yet confirmed the extent of damage or casualties from the attack. However, initial reports from local sources indicate significant damage to the targeted bunker. Residents of the Malkia area reported hearing explosions and seeing smoke rising from the direction of the military area.
The incident is the latest in a series of escalations between Hezbollah and Israel, further complicating an already shaky situation. The involvement of Hezbollah adds another layer to the conflict, which is mainly focused on the Gaza Strip. The Lebanese group, long hostile to Israel, was increasingly vocal and active in its opposition to Israel’s actions in Gaza.
The attack on the Malkia military district highlights the widening of the conflict and raises concerns about a possible wider regional escalation. Both sides have engaged in rhetoric and actions that have heightened tensions, with Hezbollah drone strikes and Israeli retaliation fueling instability.
International observers and diplomatic efforts are calling for rapid escalation to avoid further loss of life and regional instability. The United Nations and several countries have called for a negotiated ceasefire, but with little success as both sides remain entrenched in their positions.