Escalating Conflict in the Middle East: Hezbollah Rockets Strike Israel

Hezbollah Launches Over 100 Rockets into Northern Israel, Escalating Conflict with Israel

The Middle East is once again engulfed in violence as Hezbollah launched over 100 rockets into northern Israel early Sunday, prompting Israel to respond with hundreds of strikes on Lebanon. The rocket barrage was in retaliation for Israeli strikes in Lebanon, which had killed dozens, including a senior Hezbollah commander.

The attacks resulted in air raid sirens blaring across northern Israel, forcing hundreds of thousands into shelters. One rocket hit near a residential area in Kiryat Bialik, near Haifa, injuring at least three people and causing extensive damage to buildings and vehicles.

Lebanon reported that Israeli strikes near the border killed three people and wounded four, though it was not specified whether they were civilians or fighters. The deadly escalation follows an Israeli airstrike in Beirut that killed at least 45 people, including Hezbollah fighters and civilians.

Hezbollah’s deputy leader warned that the rocket attack was just the beginning of an “open-ended battle” with Israel, hinting at further attacks. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to take necessary action to restore security in the north.

U.S. officials are working to prevent the conflict from escalating further, emphasizing ongoing diplomatic efforts. The situation remains tense as both sides continue to exchange fire, leaving civilians caught in the crossfire. The world watches with bated breath as the conflict in the Middle East shows no signs of abating.