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Israel strikes Lebanese territory - IDF

Israel strikes Lebanese territory - IDF Israel strikes Lebanese territory (Getty Images)

Israeli military forces began striking the territory of Lebanon today, according to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).

"IDF combat helicopters are currently attacking the territory of Lebanon," the statement says.

As reported on social media, the Israeli military targeted observation points of Hezbollah (the Lebanese armed group).

Photos showing powerful explosions are also being posted.

Israel war escalation

On October 7, rockets were fired massively from the Gaza Strip towards Israel, and militants from the Hamas group infiltrated Israeli settlements and fired at civilians and military.

On October 8, Israel was attacked from Lebanese territory. This was confirmed by Hezbollah representatives.

For more detailed information about the escalation in Israel, you can refer to RBC-Ukraine's article.