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A Lebanese armed group launched a barrage of Kayusha rockets at the Israeli military’s 146th Division headquarters in Ga’aton, Galilee, on Sunday, according to reports from Al Mayadeen television. The attack marks a significant escalation in the ongoing cross-border tensions between Israel and Lebanon, further complicating the already volatile situation in the region.
The Israeli military confirmed that it had detected 30 projectiles fired from Lebanon and responded by targeting the sources of the rocket fire. This incident underscores the growing risks of a broader conflict as violence along Israel’s northern border intensifies amidst the ongoing war in Gaza. The Lebanese group’s assault on the Israeli military installation represents a deliberate escalation, as such attacks on high-profile military targets are rare and signal a shift in the strategic landscape of the conflict.
The hostilities occur against the backdrop of a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Figures from the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics reveal that since October 7, Israeli forces have killed 1.8 percent of the Gaza Strip’s population, with 75 percent of the victims being under the age of 30. These alarming statistics highlight the devastating impact of the conflict on Gaza’s youth, drawing increasing international concern and condemnation.
As the situation escalates, both on Israel’s northern border and within Gaza, the potential for a wider regional conflict looms large. The international community continues to urge restraint, emphasizing the need for de-escalation and a return to diplomatic efforts to prevent further loss of life and regional destabilization. The conflict’s human toll continues to rise, with the youth of Gaza bearing the brunt of the violence.