Israel Defence Forces on ground operations in Lebanon|@idfonline|X
Israel is deploying more ground forces, including infantry and armored units, as reports came in of the deaths of eight Israeli soldiers after ground troops clashed with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
The move appears to be a direct confrontation between Israel and Iran after years of indirect conflict.
The health ministry of Lebanon said Israeli bombings have killed six people in Beirut.
Israeli and US forces have intercepted nearly 200 missiles fired across the border into Tel Aviv in the past few days.
Defense experts suspect Israel could target Iranian oil and military facilities as a response.
As tensions escalate, President Joe Biden said he has ruled out an Israeli attack on Iran’s nuclear sites. He also said he plans to introduce new sanctions on Iran.