The Israeli military reported that Hezbollah launched around 120 projectiles from Lebanon into Israel on Wednesday, triggering air raid sirens in the northern and central parts of the country.
The attack, attributed to the Hezbollah group, led to multiple interceptions over Israel’s commercial hub, Tel Aviv. An AFP journalist on the ground confirmed hearing the sound of interceptions, which typically indicate that Israeli defense systems were responding to the incoming fire.
In a statement, the Israeli military referred to Hezbollah as a “terrorist organization” and confirmed that the rockets had crossed the border into Israeli territory. The firing of such a significant number of projectiles is the latest escalation in ongoing tensions between the two countries, adding to the already volatile security situation in the region.
The exchange of fire follows months of rising hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, with both sides accusing each other of provocations. While the extent of the damage or casualties from Wednesday’s rocket attacks is not yet clear, the response from Israeli defense systems, such as the Iron Dome, was swift and visible.
This latest attack highlights the persistent instability along the Israel-Lebanon border, where clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters have been frequent. The international community continues to closely monitor the situation, hoping to prevent further escalation and potential conflict in the region.
