Northern Israel: More than 90 rockets were fired into Israel on Wednesday, one of the most intensive barrages in recent memory, causing a major escalation of regional tensions. According to the Israeli military, some of these rockets were deflected by the Iron Dome missile defense system and landed in different parts of northern Israel, while a significant portion were intercepted.
The rocket fire’s effects are extensive, resulting in multiple flames in the impacted areas. In order to put out the fires, local fire departments have been called in, and emergency services are on high alert. Property damage appears to have occurred, according to preliminary reports, however the complete impact is still being determined.
Residents Alarmed as IDF Responds to Massive Rocket Barrage from Lebanon
Residents of northern Israel are extremely alarmed by the onslaught; alarms and booms woke them up in the wee hours of the morning. As the missiles descended, many were compelled to seek cover. As officials attempt to bring things back to normal, the affected communities are currently dealing with the fallout.
The attack has been met with a prompt response from the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). “We will not tolerate any aggression against our citizens and will respond firmly to protect the security of our nation,” a spokesperson for the IDF stated. Although the nature of the response was not immediately disclosed, the IDF made it clear that it holds the Lebanese government accountable for any assaults that originate on its territory.
More than 90 rockets launched from Lebanon into Israel.
A number of the projectiles were intercepted and others fell in several locations in northern Israel. As a result, fire broke out in a number of areas.
Damages reported in Israel pic.twitter.com/yU8fFhcndn
— Megh Updates 🚨™ (@MeghUpdates) June 12, 2024
The most recent incident has raised fears of a possible escalation in the already unstable area. There has been frequent gunfire between Israel and Lebanon due to their lengthy history of hostilities. But this rocket attack is noteworthy for its sheer size, which suggests a wider confrontation.
Also Read: 33 Dead in Israeli strike; Islamic Jihad terrorists found at the UN school in Gaza
Global Calls for Restraint as Uncertainty Looms Over Responsibility for Rocket Fire
No early claims of responsibility for the rocket firing have been made in Lebanon. It is yet unknown who of the several extremist organizations active in Lebanon is responsible for this most recent incident. Regarding the incident, an official comment from the Lebanese government has not yet been released.
Responses from around the world have begun to arrive, urging moderation and de-escalation. Both parties have received advice from the UN to refrain from taking any acts that would exacerbate the situation. “We are closely monitoring the developments and call on all parties to exercise maximum restraint to prevent further violence,” a representative for the United Nations stated.
The people living in southern Lebanon and northern Israel are still on edge and ready for more clashes as the situation develops. The next few days will be crucial in deciding whether this escalation of hostilities will result in a longer-lasting conflict or if diplomatic efforts can stop it from getting worse.
