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Hezbollah has claimed responsibility for rocket attacks on Israeli military positions in Kfar Chouba Hills and occupied Shebaa Farms, raising tensions in the region The Lebanese rebel group announced the attacks via Telegram, saying the attack on the Kfar Chouba mountains took place at 09:45 GMT, followed shortly by the attack on Shebaa Farms at 10:00 am GMT
Hezbollah did not provide further details on the results of these attacks, leaving the extent of damage and possible casualties unclear.
Firefights between Israel and Hezbollah have become almost daily since October 7, when Hamas launched a deadly attack on southern Israel that prompted Israel to launch its current military operations in Gaza. In this ongoing conflict, cross-border hostilities have increased significantly, adding to regional instability.
The latest attacks highlight the volatile nature of the border region between Israel and Lebanon, and both sides have taken countermeasures. The Kfar Chouba Mountains and Shebaa Farms, long disputed areas, have often been flashpoints for violence between Israel and Hezbollah.
Israel has not yet commented on specific attacks attributed to Hezbollah. However, the Israeli army actively reacted to similar provocations and maintained a high level of readiness on its northern borders.
As the conflict progresses, the international community continues to worry about a possible escalation. Diplomatic efforts to defuse the situation have so far proved difficult as both sides are entrenched in their positions.
The wider implications of their ongoing hostilities are significant, affecting regional stability and the humanitarian situation on both sides of the border. The situation remains volatile and global stakeholders and regional powers are closely monitoring developments.
The continuity of such exchanges highlights the fragility of peace in the region and the critical need for continued diplomatic action to prevent the situation from worsening.