Israel has launched a fresh round of airstrikes on Beirut, targeting Hezbollah strongholds in Dahiyeh, with casualties reported. In the West Bank, an Israeli airstrike killed at least 18 people, including a local Hamas leader. The conflict has led to a high number of civilian casualties and displacements, as well as clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters. The situation has been described as catastrophic by a UN official, with G7 leaders expressing deep concern over the escalating violence. Iran has warned of retaliation against any country aiding Israel in their attacks, while the death toll in Gaza continues to rise. The Lebanese army has engaged in fighting against Israel for the first time. Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak predicts a large-scale Israeli strike on Iran’s oil industry in response to recent missile attacks. The situation remains highly volatile, with fears of further escalation and a worsening humanitarian crisis in the region.
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