Amid escalating tensions, Hezbollah targets an Israeli site while Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister urges global action to press Israel to cease violations and respect Lebanon’s sovereignty.
Amidst rising tensions in the Middle East, Hezbollah has launched an attack on the Israeli position of Al-Jardah, directly opposite the Lebanese town of Ad-Duheira in the western sector of southern Lebanon. The offensive, which took place on Saturday, prompted a swift artillery response from the Israeli military, targeting the sources of fire as reported by the Israeli Army Radio.
Al Jazeera’s correspondent reported that Israeli forces retaliated by shelling the vicinity of their position at Jal al-Alam, opposite the Lebanese town of Ad-Duheira, specifically targeting the Al-Labouneh area in the western sector of southern Lebanon.
In a related development, Lebanese caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza and southern Lebanon during his meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Amman on Saturday. Mikati reaffirmed Lebanon’s commitment to international legitimacy and the implementation of United Nations Resolution 1701, aimed at resolving the Lebanese-Israeli conflict. He also highlighted coordination with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).
Moreover, Mikati called upon the international community to exert pressure on Israel to halt its violations and respect the sovereignty of Lebanon. His plea underscores the growing concern for stability in the region and the need for international diplomacy to prevent further escalations.
As the situation unfolds, dzwatch.net continues to monitor the developments closely, providing timely updates and in-depth analysis on the implications of these events for regional peace and security.
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