Israel Launches Strikes on Eastern Lebanon

Israel launched a series of strikes on eastern Lebanon on Monday, with state media reporting the attacks. The Israeli army stated that the strikes were aimed at positions belonging to the Iran-backed Hezbollah group. The state-run National News Agency mentioned seven strikes in the eastern Hermel region. The strikes caused material damage but no casualties were reported. The Israeli military spokesperson confirmed the operation, stating that it was in response to earlier gunfire targeting Israeli troops. The situation has heightened tensions in the region, with concerns of further escalation. Lebanon’s Prime Minister called the strikes a blatant violation of Lebanese sovereignty and international law. Israel has not confirmed specific details about the targets or the extent of the damage caused. The Lebanese government condemned the strikes and called on the United Nations to intervene.