Israel escalates military strikes in Lebanon after killing Hizbollah leader

Israel has intensified its military operations in Lebanon following the assassination of Hizbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched numerous airstrikes, killing key Hizbollah figures, including Nabil Qaouk, and issued new evacuation orders for civilians in southern Beirut. The recent strikes have resulted in over 1,000 deaths in Lebanon, marking one of the deadliest periods since the 2006 war with Hizbollah. Hundreds of thousands of Lebanese have been displaced, seeking refuge in crowded areas of Beirut and even fleeing to Syria. Israeli officials have indicated a potential ground offensive in southern Lebanon, where Hizbollah maintains significant military infrastructure. In response, Hizbollah has continued to launch attacks on northern Israel, although most rockets have been intercepted or landed in unpopulated areas.