2024-11-24 19:49:00
After heavy Israeli air strikes with many casualties in Lebanon, the Iran-allied Hezbollah militia fired an unusually large number of rockets at Israel. According to the Israeli military, around 240 projectiles were counted by the evening. Many were intercepted, but at least six people were injured, the rescue service said.
Footage from the MDA medical service showed burning cars in Petah Tikva. The sirens wailed there again in the evening. Hezbollah said it fired two precision missiles at military targets in Tel Aviv and the surrounding area. There had been rocket alarms in numerous Israeli regions since the morning. According to the army, around 30 projectiles were fired within minutes at the coastal city of Haifa and the Western Galilee region alone, some of which were intercepted.
In the Israeli-occupied West Bank, 13 people were injured when an Israeli interceptor missile hit the town of Tulkarem, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent. Several houses were damaged.
Borrell calls for more pressure on both warring parties
EU chief diplomat Josep Borrell called for more pressure on the warring parties during a visit to the Lebanese capital Beirut. Without a ceasefire, neither Israelis nor the internally displaced people in Lebanon would be able to return home, Borrell wrote after discussions with the Lebanese leadership on Platform Center of Beirut. This must stop, as must Hezbollah’s attacks on Israeli communities,” said Borrell after talks with Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, who is considered a Hezbollah confidant.
According to the Ministry of Health, 84 people were killed and 213 injured in Israeli air strikes in Lebanon on Saturday. There were 27 deaths in Beirut alone, the authorities announced on Sunday evening. The rescue work was still ongoing. On Saturday there was still talk of 20 deaths in Beirut. The Hezbollah militia has been firing rockets at Israel since the Gaza war began more than a year ago. Israel responds with massive air strikes and a ground offensive.
Israel regrets shelling by Lebanese army
On Sunday, the Israeli army and the Hezbollah militia fought further battles around the town of Khiam in the south. According to reports from the state agency NNA, the Israeli military attacked the important location from the air and with artillery. Ground troops continued to try to penetrate the town. They were the worst attacks in Khiam in two months. The Lebanese army, which is not actually involved in the war, complained of further casualties: one soldier was killed and 18 others injured, it said after an attack on one of its bases near the coastal city of Tyre. The state agency NNA reported that the Israeli army fired artillery at it and a fire broke out at a weapons depot.
The Israeli army expressed regret after the attack. It occurred in an area where there is fighting with the terrorist organization Hezbollah. The army is only directing its attacks against the Shiite militia and not intentionally against the Lebanese armed forces, it said in a statement. The incident is being investigated. The Lebanese armed forces are increasingly caught between the fronts in their own country. Since Israel escalated attacks in the neighboring country in September, the army has reported several deaths.
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What factors have contributed to the recent escalation of violence between Hezbollah and Israel?
**Interview with Dr. Hannah Rosen, Middle East Conflict Analyst**
*Host:* Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Rosen. We’ve just seen a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, marked by heavy Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon and a retaliatory barrage of rockets from Hezbollah. Can you provide some context for this situation?
*Dr. Rosen:* Thank you for having me. This recent outbreak of violence represents one of the most intense exchanges between Hezbollah and Israel in recent months. The backdrop is a long-standing conflict, fueled by broader regional dynamics, including Iran’s support for Hezbollah as part of its strategy against Israel. The strikes from Israel came after a series of provocations, and Hezbollah’s response—estimated at around 240 rockets fired—marks a notable escalation in their operations. It’s a clear signal from Hezbollah aiming to deter Israeli military actions, and it heightens the already tense situation in the region [[1](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hezbollah–Israel_conflict)].
*Host:* We’ve also heard about the impact on civilians, with reports of injuries and property damage in both countries. Could you elaborate on this?
*Dr. Rosen:* Absolutely. The toll on civilians has been severe. Reports indicate that at least six people were injured in Israel as a result of the rocket attacks, and there has been significant infrastructure damage, including vehicles being set ablaze. Additionally, in the West Bank, there were injuries linked to Israeli military operations in response to the conflicts, showing that the violence is not contained to just the borders but affects Palestinian territories as well. This cycle of retaliatory violence calls attention to the humanitarian crisis developing around these confrontations [[1](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hezbollah–Israel_conflict)].
*Host:* EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has called for accountability and pressure on both sides. What do you think are the prospects for peace amidst such escalations?
*Dr. Rosen:* Borrell’s call for a ceasefire and an end to hostilities reflects a recognition that without intervention, the cycle of violence will only continue to worsen. The international community, particularly the EU, has a vital role to play in mediating these conflicts. However, the inherent complexities, including deep-seated animosities and the geopolitical interests of various players, make achieving peace daunting. An effective resolution would require significant concessions from both sides and robust guarantees for the safety of civilians [[1](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hezbollah–Israel_conflict)].
*Host:* Thank you, Dr. Rosen, for your insights. It’s a continually evolving situation, and we appreciate your perspective on these pressing issues.
*Dr. Rosen:* Thank you for having me. Let’s hope for a de-escalation and a return to dialogue.
