On Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, Israel faced attacks from Hezbollah and Hamas. Despite the solemnity of the day, Israeli troops engaged in combat in Lebanon and Gaza. Hezbollah launched missiles at an Israeli military base near Haifa, while the Israeli military intercepted projectiles from Lebanon. Amidst criticism for injuring U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon, Israel faced diplomatic backlash.
UNIFIL peacekeepers have been caught in the crossfire between Israel and Hezbollah, with casualties on both sides. The international community condemned the attacks on U.N. peacekeepers, prompting calls for a ceasefire. Meanwhile, attention turned to expected retaliation against Iran following previous missile attacks on Israel.
As the conflict continues, the toll on civilians in Gaza and Lebanon grows, with reports of indiscriminate shelling and civilian casualties. With diplomatic efforts failing to end the fighting, the region remains on edge as Israel vows a strong response while facing pressure from the international community to seek a peaceful resolution.