Hezbollah launched 140 missiles into northern Israel on Friday, retaliating against recent Israeli bombing attacks. The rockets targeted various sites along the border, marking one of the heaviest barrages in the near-daily exchange of fire since the Israel-Hamas war began on October 8, 2023.
Hezbollah’s 140 missiles strikes came just hours after explosions in Lebanon killed civilians and injured thousands. These explosions, triggered by the detonation of pagers and walkie-talkies, marked a deadly and unexpected turn in the conflict, intensifying tensions in the region.
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed that the 140 missiles were fired in three separate waves during the afternoon. Hezbollah stated that their attacks were focused on several border locations, including air defense installations and the headquarters of an Israeli armored brigade. These 140 missiles strikes demonstrate the increasing offensive capability of Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militant group.
140 Missiles Fired at Israel by Hezbollah :
When you see sirens sounding alerts, picture this.
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) September 20, 2024
This is the result of one of Hezbollah’s indiscriminate missile and rocket launches at Israel. This time, they hit a children’s playground. pic.twitter.com/DJJwAhnORA
Friday’s rocket fire was a direct response to Israeli airstrikes, which had targeted civilian areas and villages in southern Lebanon. The intensity of the barrage far exceeded the usual pattern of daily exchanges between Hezbollah and Israel, signaling a potential shift toward a larger-scale conflict.
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Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, declared earlier that his group would retaliate against Israeli attacks despite a major setback earlier in the week. The disruption of communication systems for thousands of Hezbollah members by Israeli forces was acknowledged as a significant blow to the group’s operations. Israel, however, has not officially confirmed its role in this disruption.
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The escalating violence has raised concerns over the possibility of a full-scale war between Hezbollah and Israel. The situation remains precarious, with both sides preparing for further confrontations. International mediators are attempting to prevent the conflict from spiraling out of control, but the risk of a broader regional war continues to grow.
As tensions rise, civilians on both sides of the border are facing increased fear and uncertainty. Residents of northern Israel and southern Lebanon are bracing for further attacks, with little sign that either side is willing to back down.
With Hezbollah showing no signs of relenting in its daily strikes and Israel responding with heavier firepower, the future of the conflict remains uncertain. The international community is watching closely as the situation evolves, fearing that any further escalation could lead to an all-out war in the region.
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