Israel Escalates Conflict with Hezbollah, Claims Killing of Top Commander in Beirut Strike Israel conducted a strike in Beirut, Lebanon, claiming to have killed Hezbollah’s top military commander, Fu’ad Shukr. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) stated that Shukr was responsible for recent attacks on Israel, including a deadly rocket strike in the Golan Heights that killed 12 people, mostly children. T his action marks a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah since October 7, 2023. The strike resulted in at least three deaths and 74 injuries, according to Lebanese authorities. While Israel asserts the strike was retaliatory, Hezbollah had previously denied involvement in the Golan Heights attack. The incident has raised concerns about potential further escalation in the region. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts Crucial Week Ahead: Key Reports to Influence Fed's Rate Policy Decisions READ MORE Five Key Trends Shaping the Global Commodities Landscape This Week READ MORE Yen Volatility Threatens Profitability of Emerging-Market Carry Trades READ MORE U.S. Economic Growth Hits 3.2% in Q4, Marking Six Quarters of Sustained Expansion READ MORE Copper Surges to New Highs: Key Market Facts and Future Demand Drivers READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment