Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has promised a severe response to a rocket strike in the Israel-occupied Golan Heights that resulted in the deaths of 12 children. Foreign Secretary David Lammy has advised Britons to leave Lebanon and avoid travel due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Netanyahu has blamed Lebanon’s Hezbollah group for the attack, although Hezbollah has denied involvement. The Israeli Prime Minister has vowed retaliation, which has heightened concerns of a full-scale war in the region. Israeli strikes in Lebanon following the attack on the Golan Heights have further increased tensions. The United States has emphasized the importance of preventing escalation and working towards a diplomatic solution to the conflict. The situation remains fragile, with fears of an all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah. Netanyahu and Israel’s defense minister have been authorized to determine the response to the attack, with options ranging from a limited infrastructure attack to targeting Hezbollah commanders. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, as both sides prepare for potential conflict in the region.
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