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Hezbollah Strikes Israel, Escalating Tensions in Region

3/2/2026

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Hezbollah launched a rocket and drone attack on a base near Haifa, Israel, claiming retaliation for the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Israeli jets bombed Beirut and targeted Hezbollah leaders, arguing the group poses a threat to Israel.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned Hezbollah's actions as reckless, warning they jeopardize Lebanon's security and invite further Israeli attacks.
The incident signals a significant escalation in regional tensions.

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Hezbollah launched a rocket and drone attack on a base near Haifa, Israel, claiming retaliation for the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Israeli jets bombed Beirut and targeted Hezbollah leaders, arguing the group poses a threat to Israel.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned Hezbollah's actions as reckless, warning they jeopardize Lebanon's security and invite further Israeli attacks.
The incident signals a significant escalation in regional tensions.