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Hezbollah's Rocket Attack on Northern Israel Raises Tensions
2024-08-04 09:00:08
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Hezbollah's Rocket Attack on Northern Israel Raises Tensions

Image courtesy of : AFP (JALAA MAREY)

Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed militant group in Lebanon, fired around 30 rockets into northern Israel in retaliation for Israeli attacks in Lebanon. The majority of the rockets were intercepted, and there were no reported damages.

The attack comes amidst escalating tensions in the region, following the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran and Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr in Lebanon. The international community is concerned about a further escalation, and the US has announced plans to strengthen its defense capabilities in the Middle East.

The US and France have called for restraint to prevent a regional conflagration. Turkish Airlines has canceled flights to Tehran, and the US and UK have called for their citizens to leave Lebanon immediately.

Protests have erupted in several countries in solidarity with the Palestinians.

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Fear of Escalation in the Middle East Grows after Iranian Threats

Fears of further escalation in the Middle East have grown after Iran and its allies threatened retaliation against Israel. Iran's representative at the United Nations announced that the Lebanese militia Hezbollah would attack Israel 'in depth' and not limit itself to military targets. The US has increased its military presence in the region. Israel is preparing for possible attacks from multiple fronts and is discussing the possibility of entering into an all-encompassing war. The Hisbollah has fired dozens of rockets at Israel in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. The tensions in the region have led to the evacuation of civilians and the closure of embassies. The US President Joe Biden has criticized the timing of the killings of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah's second-in-command Fuad Shukur, as it hampers the negotiations for a ceasefire and the release of Hamas hostages. The situation is further complicated by ongoing protests against the Israeli government and the suspension of international flights to Israel.

Threats from Iran and Hezbollah

Israel prepares for retaliatory attacks as tensions rise in the region. Cities organize shelters, thousands pray for the killed Hamas leader, and Israel reprimands the Turkish ambassador. Ceasefire negotiations are underway in the Gaza Strip. The US, UK, and Germany urge their citizens to leave Lebanon immediately, as airlines cancel flights to Tel Aviv and Beirut. Washington deploys more fighter jets and warships in the Middle East amid concerns of a larger retaliation from Iran and its allies. The Israeli government expects a retaliation and distributes satellite phones to its ministers. The Pentagon approves the deployment of more ships and aircraft to enhance the protection of US forces and support Israel's defense. President Biden criticizes the killing, raising concerns among hostage relatives. Protests against Netanyahu's blockage of hostage and ceasefire negotiations take place in Israel. Israeli air raids on a Gaza school killed 15 displaced Palestinians. The assassinations of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders escalate regional tensions. Hezbollah fires dozens of rockets into northern Israel. The situation remains tense as international diplomats work to prevent a regional war.

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