An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon overnight killed 10 firefighters, bringing the total number of rescuers killed in the past year to 115. This strike targeted a local firefighting center where the firefighters were present. Israel has not confirmed the death of a potential Hezbollah leader, Hashem Safieddine. US Vice President Kamala Harris expressed her commitment to Israel’s security and called for the release of hostages held by Hamas.
President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken also condemned the violence in Gaza and called for a ceasefire. The UK has withdrawn the families of embassy staff in Israel due to escalating violence, and Lebanon has reported ongoing Israeli strikes in southern regions.
In response, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan vowed that Israel would pay the price for its actions in Gaza, calling it a genocide. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated his vow to bring back all hostages from Gaza. Ongoing conflict in the region continues to escalate, with casualties on both sides and international calls for peace and humanitarian aid. The situation remains volatile as airstrikes and violence persist.
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