Israel expands military strikes in Yemen and Lebanon as Biden urges conflict de-escalation

Israel has expanded its military operations by bombing Houthi targets in Yemen, following recent missile attacks on Israel. The strikes targeted ports and power plants, resulting in casualties among Houthi forces. This escalation comes after Israel killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. In Lebanon, Israeli airstrikes have intensified, killing at least 105 people, including many medics. Israel claims these strikes have significantly weakened Hezbollah's command structure, with seven senior leaders killed in recent days. The conflict has displaced hundreds of thousands in Lebanon. U.S. President Joe Biden emphasized the need to avoid an all-out war in the region. He plans to discuss the situation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while the U.S. continues to call for a temporary ceasefire amid rising tensions.