Iran’s long history of building up proxy forces that fight its enemies around the region, as well as its conflicts with separatist and terrorist groups, have played into a spate of recent conflicts.
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Israel Says It Killed Another Hezbollah Commander in an Airstrike
A deadly airstrike
Israeli Strikes in Lebanon Kill Hezbollah Commander, Militia Says
The latest strikes across Israel’s northern border came as the U.S. secretary of state made another trip to the Middle East in efforts to prevent a wider war.
Hezbollah Says Strike Kills a Commander in Southern Lebanon
A Lebanese security official said the commander was part of the group’s Radwan unit, which Israel says aims to infiltrate its northern border.
Hezbollah Fires Rockets at Israel in Response to Killing in Beirut
Israel said it had fired back at militants involved in the rocket launches, but the exchange stopped short of a major escalation.
Israeli Minister Proposes Plan for Postwar Gaza Amid Divisions
The plan exposed divisions in Israel’s war cabinet as Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken returned to the Middle East on Friday in an effort to ease escalating tensions.
Hezbollah’s Leader Says It Would Not Negotiate Peace With Israel Until War in Gaza Ends
In a televised speech, Hassan Nasrallah addressed Israeli citizens directly, warning that they “will be the first to pay the price” unless the military action stops.
Hezbollah’s Leader Says It Would Not Negotiate Peace With Israel Until War in Gaza Ends
In a televised speech, Hassan Nasrallah addressed Israeli citizens directly, warning that they “will be the first to pay the price” unless the military action stops.
Lebanese and Israelis Flee Homes Along Border Amid Fighting
More than 150,000 people have been driven from their homes on both sides of the frontier as Israeli forces clash with Hezbollah militants.
Israelis Fear Assassination of Hamas Deputy May Disrupt Hostage Talks
Israelis welcomed news that a top Palestinian militant had been killed, but feared that it might impede the release of hostages and kindle a broader war.