The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said it launched airstrikes on targets in Lebanon earlier in the morning in "self-defense" against an expected missile and rocket barrage from Hezbollah.
IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari warned that Hezbollah might escalate by launching more projectiles toward Israeli cities. He urged Lebanese civilians near Hezbollah positions to evacuate, stressing the risk of a broader conflict that could impact both nations and the region.
Israel remains on high alert as the situation develops.
