Israeli forces launched airstrikes on Gaza and Lebanon on Wednesday in response to rockets fired from the region. The attacks come as ceasefire talks are expected to restart, following weeks of escalating tensions.
In Gaza, Israeli warplanes targeted a weapons storage site and a military post operated by Hamas. The strikes were in retaliation for the firing of rockets into southern Israel, which caused no casualties. The Israeli military stated that it holds Hamas responsible for all attacks emanating from the Gaza Strip.
Meanwhile, in Lebanon, Israeli forces fired artillery shells into the country in response to rockets launched from Lebanese territory. The Israeli military said that it targeted the source of the rocket fire and warned against additional attacks. The Lebanese army confirmed the rocket launch but denied any involvement in the incident.
The United Nations has called for an immediate de-escalation of tensions and a return to dialogue to resolve the conflict. Ceasefire talks between Israel and Palestinian factions, mediated by Egypt, were reportedly set to resume in the coming days.
The latest round of violence comes amid a broader conflict between Israel and Hamas that has led to the death of hundreds of people, mostly Palestinians, in recent months. The international community has called for a halt to the hostilities and a return to negotiations to achieve a lasting peace.
As the situation continues to unfold, both sides are urged to exercise restraint and refrain from further provocations that could escalate the conflict. The resumption of ceasefire talks offers a glimmer of hope for a peaceful resolution to the longstanding conflict between Israel and Palestinian factions.
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