[WATCH VIDEO] Israel Targets Hamas Leader in Gaza, Shoots Down Yemen-Launched Missile

In a significant escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, Israel has launched a series of widespread airstrikes targeting Hamas positions in Gaza, Hezbollah strongholds in Lebanon, and suspected militant sites in Syria. The attacks have resulted in substantial casualties and increased concerns of a broader regional conflict.

Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip have led to the deaths of at least 23 individuals, including senior Hamas official Salah al-Bardawil and his wife. The strikes have worsened the already dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with reports of severe civilian casualties and extensive infrastructure damage.

Following rocket fire from southern Lebanon, Israeli forces retaliated with heavy artillery and airstrikes, resulting in at least one fatality and seven injuries. The exchange has further strained the fragile ceasefire with Hezbollah, prompting Lebanese officials to urge restraint to prevent further escalation.

In Syria, Israeli airstrikes targeted positions in the south, reportedly hitting groups accused of planning attacks against Israel. These actions have heightened concerns about an expanding conflict, with neighboring countries closely monitoring the situation.

In addition to the regional strikes, Israeli defense systems successfully intercepted a missile launched from Yemen, allegedly by Houthi militants. The ongoing hostilities have drawn global attention, with international leaders urging de-escalation and a return to diplomatic negotiations.

Amid rising tensions, protests have erupted across Israel, with demonstrators calling for an end to military aggression and urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government to prioritize diplomatic solutions. Meanwhile, Lebanese authorities stress the importance of maintaining sovereignty and regional stability.

UN peacekeeping forces and international organizations continue to advocate for ceasefire compliance to prevent the conflict from spiraling into a full-scale war.

Source: Al Jazeera