Tensions in the Middle East are at a breaking point as Israeli forces engage in ground battles with Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon, just one day after Iran launched a barrage of ballistic missiles at Israel. The conflict, which began after Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon killed a Hezbollah leader, has now intensified into a broader regional crisis. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed retaliation, stating, "Iran made a big mistake tonight and it will pay for it," as Israel continues to defend itself against Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militant group.
Middle East Tensions Escalate: Israel and Hezbollah Clash, Iran Warns of Further Retaliation
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