Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip have resulted in the deaths of 12 people, according to Palestinian medical officials. At the same time, Israeli police have made three arrests in connection to flares being fired at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s residence in Caesarea.
In Lebanon, Israeli warplanes carried out bombings in the southern suburbs of Beirut following warnings for people to evacuate several buildings. The strikes targeted the area known as Dahiyeh, where the Hezbollah militant group has a strong presence. This comes as Lebanese officials are considering a cease-fire proposal brokered by the United States.
The incident at Netanyahu’s residence involved two flares being fired, but fortunately, there were no injuries as the Prime Minister and his family were not present. It was noted that a drone launched by Hezbollah had previously targeted the residence while Netanyahu was away.
The suspects behind the flares have not been identified by the police, but there are indications that they may be domestic political critics of Netanyahu. The incident has been condemned by Israel’s ceremonial president, Isaac Herzog, who warned against further escalation of violence in the public sphere.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas traces back to the attack carried out by Palestinian militants in October 2023, which led to a hostage crisis. Netanyahu has faced criticism for his handling of the situation, with many calling for a cease-fire deal to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza.
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have resulted in casualties, with reports of 12 people killed in various locations. The war has taken a toll on the civilian population in Gaza, with thousands of Palestinians displaced and significant destruction to infrastructure.
In response to the escalating violence, Israeli forces have carried out bombings in southern Beirut, targeting areas with Hezbollah presence. The conflict has spilled over into Lebanon, with casualties reported and a large number of people forced to flee their homes.
The incidents have reignited calls for political action in Israel, with Justice Minister Yariv Levin pushing for a revival of plans to overhaul the judiciary. These proposed changes have been met with opposition, seen as a power grab by Netanyahu and a threat to democracy.
The internal divisions in Israel have been exacerbated by the conflict, with political leaders trading accusations and calls for accountability. The situation remains tense, with no immediate resolution in sight.
