US-Israel Iran War Live Updates

In a retaliatory move, Hezbollah launched a rocket attack on the Manara settlement in northern Israel in the dead of night, according to a statement issued by the group on Telegram. The statement emphasized that this response will persist until Israel and the US cease their aggression against Lebanon and its people. Israeli media had previously reported that one rocket fired from Lebanon was intercepted.

Tensions are escalating in Israel as the nation grapples with the consequences of a five-week conflict with Iran. According to Einbar Bezik, a seasoned politician and CEO of the Upper Galilee Development Company, Israel’s military campaign has fallen short of its objectives after 40 days of fighting. “What tangible benefits have we secured?” she questioned. “The war has resulted in a staggering number of casualties on the home front, the loss of lives among soldiers, and the displacement of thousands of residents, all while the war’s key objectives remain unfulfilled. The Iranian nuclear programme continues unabated, the threat of ballistic missiles persists, and the regime remains entrenched, with Hezbollah, the Houthis, and Hamas still posing a threat.”

Ram Ben-Barak, a former chair of the Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defence Committee, has characterized the conflict as a “crushing defeat” orchestrated by Netanyahu. “The person driving Israel’s foreign and security policy is effectively Donald Trump, with the US holding sway over decisions in Gaza and Iran,” he stated. “This is the stark reality. Netanyahu has effectively subordinated Israel to the US, and I fear this may be the case in Lebanon as well.” Yossi Shain, a renowned expert in international relations at Tel Aviv University and Georgetown University, concurred with this assessment. “Israel did not dictate the outcome of this war; it was a secondary player,” he observed on Channel 12. “We’ve essentially been riding on the back of a tiger, and it’s clear that our interests are not aligned with those of our host. From a geopolitical standpoint, unfortunately, we haven’t emerged stronger as a result.”

Eyewitness accounts from the past hour confirm an Israeli air strike has left a trail of destruction in Beirut’s southern suburbs.
Visual evidence, corroborated by Al Jazeera, reveals a Chiya area building reduced to a pile of rubble as rescue efforts continue under the cover of darkness, with residents and emergency responders scrambling to locate survivors amidst the chaos.

Syria’s Foreign Ministry has condemned Israel’s military actions in Lebanon as a blatant disregard for international law, humanitarian norms, and the UN Charter’s fundamental principles.
In a statement posted on X, the ministry demanded an immediate halt to hostilities and the full enforcement of relevant UN Security Council resolutions to safeguard civilians and uphold Lebanon’s territorial integrity.
Syria reaffirmed its unwavering support for Lebanon, describing it as a “sisterly” nation, and called upon the international community to take concrete action against Israel’s repeated transgressions.
The Israeli military launched a devastating assault on approximately 100 targets across Lebanon within a 10-minute timeframe, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 254 lives and numerous injuries.

Footage captured by Al Jazeera confirms a significant turnout of protesters in New York City’s iconic Times Square, where they voiced their opposition to the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran, despite a recent two-week ceasefire declaration. Protesters brandished signs with clear messages, including “Cease Hostilities in Iran” and “Immediate Halt to Lebanon Bombings.” Meanwhile, a substantial crowd gathered in front of Israel’s embassy in London, calling for an immediate end to the devastating attacks on Lebanon.

Israel had historically enjoyed a degree of freedom to act in Lebanon, as long as its military operations remained within predetermined boundaries. This allowed it to anticipate minimal international backlash, particularly from the United States, and a low likelihood of a military response from Iran, due to concerns about escalating the regional conflict. However, the recent escalation of the regional conflict has altered the dynamics, potentially paving the way for any future ceasefire or peace agreement to include limitations on Israel’s actions in Lebanon.

Reports from Israel suggest that the simultaneous operation, codenamed Eternal Darkness, was conceived prior to the onset of the conflict. This operation, which targeted Lebanon and particularly Beirut, had been on standby, awaiting the opportune moment to strike a significant blow against Hezbollah. Israel’s strategy was to execute the operation now, rather than risk facing potential restrictions on its military actions in Lebanon as a result of any future treaty or agreement.

A projectile launched from Lebanon was successfully intercepted by the Israeli military, prompting air raid sirens to sound in the Galilee region.
The incident occurred in the aftermath of Israel’s most intense assault on Lebanon to date, resulting in significant loss of life and widespread injuries among the population.

In a scathing post on his Truth Social platform, US President Donald Trump has launched a blistering attack on NATO, accusing the alliance of failing to support the US in its conflict with Iran. Trump’s outburst, which included a reference to Greenland, has sparked concern among European NATO members, who are still reeling from his repeated threats to annex the Danish territory.

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In a blistering assault, Israel claims to have struck 100 locations within a span of less than 10 minutes. The international community now waits with bated breath for the regional fallout. Hezbollah has issued a stern rebuke, labeling Israeli operations across Lebanon as egregious war crimes that have put innocent civilians in harm’s way. The group asserts that these attacks have only served to fortify its resolve to counter the enemy and safeguard Lebanon’s security.

Hezbollah’s statement also touched on its understanding that Lebanon was indeed a party to the agreement, a point that was reportedly at the behest of Iran. Later in the day, the Iranian parliament’s speaker echoed these sentiments, reiterating that the agreement had been breached.