Israeli forces have initiated a ground operation across the northern border into Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group. The operation marks a dangerous new phase in the ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah.
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched the offensive days after an airstrike that killed Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, further destabilizing the region. The IDF also reportedly struck the core leadership of Hezbollah, which is considered the most powerful paramilitary force in the Middle East.
This marks the fourth time Israeli soldiers have entered Lebanon in the past five decades and the first since the 2006 war, which lasted 34 days. Prior to the invasion, Israeli airstrikes had intensified, killing hundreds and displacing civilians in the region.
As the ground invasion unfolds, the conflict threatens to deepen tensions across the Middle East, with international observers watching closely for its potential regional and global ramifications.
