Israel is on the brink of sending ground troops into Lebanon after weeks of assault on Hezbollah militia and the assassination of its leader, Hassan Nasrallah. US officials suggest a ground incursion could be imminent, with the Israeli Defense Minister hinting at the next phase of war. Amid reports of evacuations, Hezbollah deputy leader Naim Qassem stated readiness for a ground engagement.
With intensifying airstrikes and reports of a potential land invasion, Lebanese villages near the border brace for conflict. The death toll rises as Israeli strikes continue, prompting US President Joe Biden to call for a ceasefire. Amid escalating tensions, Hezbollah vows to continue firing rockets into Israel while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns Iran of unwavering protection for his people.
As conflicts escalate in Gaza, Lebanon, and other regions, fears mount of a broader regional conflict drawing in the US and Iran. Despite condemnations of civilian casualties, support for Israel remains steadfast. As tensions rise, the world watches on, hoping for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crisis.
REUTERS