Hezbollah's Coordinated Retaliation: Strategic Delay in Response to Commander's Killing

A Hezbollah official revealed the group's rocket and drone attack against Israel on Sunday was delayed due to political considerations, including ceasefire and hostage deal talks for Gaza. The group aimed to avoid triggering a full-scale war following the killing of commander Fuad Shukr on July 30.

A Hezbollah official said on Sunday that the group's rocket and drone attack against Israel was delayed due to political considerations. Chiefly among these were ongoing ceasefire talks and a hostage release deal for the Gaza Strip.

In written comments shared with media outlets, the official noted that Hezbollah had 'worked' to ensure its retaliation for the killing of commander Fuad Shukr on July 30 did not escalate into a full-scale war.

The strategic delay highlights Hezbollah's cautious approach to avoid further conflict while addressing political dynamics and retaliation accountability.

(With inputs from agencies.)