New Developments in Middle East Crisis: Recent Clashes in Southern Lebanon Reported as IDF Strikes Beirut | Iran

Fresh clashes have erupted in southern Lebanon as air raid alerts were issued in northern Israel, with residents warned of heavy fighting against Hezbollah by the IDF. Images show Israeli mobile artillery units firing towards Lebanon. In the United States, vice-presidential candidates Walz and Vance debated the Middle East situation, with Walz supporting Israel’s right to self-defense while Vance praised Trump’s leadership. The IDF issued warnings against traveling in southern Lebanon due to ongoing fighting, with Hezbollah claiming they repelled Israeli forces in Adaisseh. Airlines have suspended flights to the region following Iran’s missile attack. Israel is planning a significant retaliation against Iran, targeting strategic sites. The situation escalated with at least five Israeli strikes on Beirut overnight targeting Hezbollah sites. US defence secretary Austin condemned Iran’s attack as an “outrageous act of aggression” in support of Israel. The crisis has heightened with casualties in Gaza, ongoing violence in Jaffa, and international condemnation of Iran’s actions. Leaders such as Macron have called for peace in the region. The situation remains tense as the conflict between Israel, Hezbollah, and Iran escalates, with the threat of further retaliation looming.

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