Middle East Tensions Surge: Israeli Strikes Against Hezbollah Fuel International Condemnation

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah intensifies, with Israeli forces conducting strikes in Lebanon as Hezbollah launches projectiles into Israel. The escalation has drawn international condemnation and concerns for UN peacekeepers' safety. Over a year of conflict has displaced residents and heightened regional tensions.

The ongoing conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah has taken a grim turn, as Israeli forces reportedly try to infiltrate the southern Lebanese village of Ramiya. This escalation has wounded a third UN peacekeeper, intensifying the border tensions between Israel and Lebanon.

In response to the Israeli strikes shaking peacekeepers' bases, several global leaders, including U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, have condemned these attacks. Nations like France, Italy, and Spain have issued strong statements, labeling the developments as unjustifiable. Meanwhile, U.S. President Joe Biden is urging Israel to ensure the safety of the UNIFIL forces.

The ongoing conflict has seen increased violence, with Israeli forces reportedly pushing deeper into Gaza and Hezbollah firing numerous projectiles. Amid calls for peace, Israel rejects a ceasefire, with more than 1.2 million people displaced over the conflict's year-long span, heightening concerns over further escalation.

(With inputs from agencies.)