– Israel launched airstrikes on southern Lebanon to preempt a Hezbollah attack on northern Israeli towns
– Hezbollah claims to have successfully retaliated against Israel in response to the killing of commander Fuad Shukr
– Hezbollah fired rockets and drones at Israeli military bases and barracks
– Israel says its attacks were in self-defense to protect Israelis from planned attacks
– Israeli Defense Minister declared a nationwide “special situation” for 48 hours
– Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu vows to defend the country against any harm
– Global fears of a regional conflict have increased after recent attacks blamed on Israel
– The US reaffirmed its support for Israel’s right to defend itself
– Talks aimed at ending Israel’s war on Gaza are ongoing, with Hezbollah saying it will halt fighting if there is a ceasefire but no settlement appears to be taking form
– Both sides are trying to avoid a full-blown war, but tensions remain high and there is concern about further escalation.