Lebanese media reported Israeli attacks in the southern coastal city of Tyre and the Wadi Zibqin area. Explosions were also reported in the eastern Bekaa region, indicating strikes deeper into Lebanese territory than previous operations.
In the first wave of airstrikes, at least four people were reported killed in Lebanon, with several others wounded, according to local reports. The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) issued a warning about the potential for further escalation.
Hezbollah has denied involvement in the morning’s rocket fire. A member of the group in Lebanon’s parliament told Qatari outlet The New Arab that Hezbollah had informed the country’s leadership it was not behind the attack and had no interest in increased hostilities.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s actions and called on international observers to prevent further violations of the cease-fire. His office urged Lebanon’s military to protect civilians and contain the violence.
