Israel has been pressing on with its cross-border incursion into Lebanon, leading to evacuation calls for residents in over 70 towns in the south. Hezbollah has retaliated by targeting Israeli military locations, and Israel is considering how to respond against Iran following its missile attack. The clashes have raised global oil prices and concerns about supply disruptions in the region. Gulf Arab states have assured neutrality in the conflict between Iran and Israel, fearing for their oil facilities. More than 1.2 million Lebanese have been displaced and nearly 2,000 killed in the conflict. The World Health Organization has reported healthcare worker deaths in Lebanon, and delays in delivering medical supplies due to flight restrictions. Hezbollah claims to have repelled Israeli land operations while Israeli forces report casualties on both sides. The Lebanese army has engaged in conflict with Israel, despite traditionally avoiding major conflicts. In Beirut, Israeli strikes have targeted Hezbollah locations, resulting in casualties and destruction. Countries are evacuating citizens from Lebanon as tensions escalate. Iran has warned of decisive responses to any attacks, with Israel and the US vowing severe consequences for Iran’s actions. The situation remains volatile, with continuous rocket fire, airstrikes, and ground operations in the region.
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