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- Hezbollah confirms leader Hassan Nasrallah is dead (newsbreak.com)
Hezbollah Leader Killed in Israeli Airstrike
Israel’s military announced on Saturday that it had killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an airstrike in Lebanon. The Lebanese group confirmed his death, vowing to continue its fight.
Potential Conflict
Nasrallah’s death is a major development that could escalate tensions in the Middle East. Israel has been targeting Hezbollah officials in recent weeks, and the group has launched projectiles into Israel in retaliation.
International Response
President Biden condemned Nasrallah’s actions, calling him responsible for "hundreds of American deaths." The US and its allies have called for a ceasefire, while Iran’s supreme leader expressed solidarity with Hezbollah.
Israeli Preparations
Israel has increased its military presence on the Lebanese border and warned citizens of potential retaliatory attacks. The IDF has intercepted a missile from Yemen, which is allied with Hezbollah.
Lebanon’s Response
The Lebanese government condemned the Israeli airstrikes, which killed civilians and destroyed buildings in Beirut. The Ministry of Public Health reported six deaths and over 90 injuries.
Background
Hezbollah is a US-designated terrorist organization that has close ties to Iran and Syria. The group has a large arsenal of weapons and has been involved in conflicts throughout the Middle East.
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- Hezbollah confirms leader Hassan Nasrallah is dead (newsbreak.com)