Intensifying conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has resulted in the deadliest day since the 2006 war, with at least 274 people killed and over 1,000 injured in Lebanon due to Israeli airstrikes. The Israeli military has reportedly struck 800 Hezbollah targets and warned civilians to evacuate. Hezbollah has responded by firing over 200 rockets into northern Israel, with no reported injuries.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged Lebanese civilians to leave areas occupied by Hezbollah, accusing the militant group of using them as human shields. Thousands of Lebanese have fled from southern regions, causing significant traffic on routes to Beirut.
The UN Secretary-General has expressed concerns that this escalation could turn Lebanon into another Gaza-like conflict zone.
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