What we’re covering
- Israeli strikes on Lebanon: Israel has carried out some of its most intense strikes on Lebanon since militant group Hezbollah began firing rockets into northern Israel last year following the October 7 attacks. The Israeli military struck thousands of launchers Saturday after it said it uncovered plans for a Hezbollah rocket attack.
- Hezbollah hits back: Israel’s military said more than 100 projectiles were fired overnight from Lebanon into Israel. Hezbollah said some of its rockets targeted the Ramat David air base and the Israeli arms manufacturer RAFAEL.
- IDF closes Al Jazeera office: Al Jazeera has broadcast live footage of Israeli soldiers entering its offices in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank, and ordering its closure for 45 days.
- Deadly Beirut attack: At least 38 people have been killed, including high-level commanders of Hezbollah, in an Israeli strike on southern Beirut. The attack flattened a multistory residential building in a Hezbollah stronghold.
- Wave of explosions: It’s another major blow to Hezbollah, with the group already reeling after thousands of small blasts hit members’ pagers and walkie-talkies earlier this week, killing dozens and wounding thousands of others.