Around 50 rockets were fired from Lebanon towards Israel on Friday, according to media reports. The incident has raised tensions in the region and prompted fears of a possible escalation in violence.
The rockets were reportedly fired from southern Lebanon towards northern Israel. Israeli defense forces responded by firing artillery shells towards the source of the rockets. There were no immediate reports of casualties on either side.
The Lebanese government has denied any involvement in the rocket attacks, with Prime Minister Najib Mikati stating that Lebanon is committed to UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which calls for the disarmament of all armed groups in Lebanon. However, Hezbollah, a powerful Shia militant group based in Lebanon, is believed to have a significant presence in the area from which the rockets were fired.
The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the region following the recent conflict between Israel and Palestinian militant groups in Gaza. The conflict, which lasted for 11 days in May, resulted in the deaths of over 250 people in Gaza and 13 people in Israel.
The rocket attacks from Lebanon have raised concerns about the potential for further violence in the region. Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has warned that Israel will not tolerate attacks on its territory and will respond forcefully to any threats.
The United Nations and other international actors have called for restraint and urged all parties to avoid further escalation. The UN has also called for an investigation into the rocket attacks and for those responsible to be held accountable.
The situation in the region remains tense, with the potential for further violence looming. The international community will be closely monitoring the situation and working to prevent any further escalation in the conflict between Israel and Lebanon.