On Thursday, Israel struck Hezbollah’s intelligence headquarters in Beirut as tensions in the Middle East escalated. Here are key points regarding the current Israel-Hezbollah situation:

1. Heavy Attacks in Dahiye: Israel targeted Dahiye, a Hezbollah stronghold, advising residents to evacuate. The airstrikes aimed at Hezbollah official Hashem Safieddine, rumored to be a successor to the late Hassan Nasrallah. His fate remains uncertain.
2. Recent Violence: The area has faced a series of missile attacks from Israel, including those that reportedly killed Nasrallah a week ago. In retaliation, Hezbollah targeted Israeli military facilities in Haifa Bay.
3. Iran’s Involvement: The hostilities heightened after Iran launched over 180 missiles at Israel, marking a significant escalation following the deaths of Nasrallah and Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.
4. Israel’s Response: Israeli officials have indicated that a strong response is forthcoming. Israel’s ambassador to the UN emphasized that the government is considering its options after Iran’s missile attack.
5. US Position: President Biden expressed hope that an all-out war could be avoided but acknowledged the ongoing challenges. He also mentioned discussions regarding potential military actions against Iran’s oil facilities, contributing to rising global oil prices.
6. Casualties: Since the start of the Israeli military actions in Lebanon a year ago, nearly 2,000 people have died, with most casualties occurring in recent weeks. The clashes began when Hezbollah fired missiles into Israel in support of Hamas during its conflict with Israel in Gaza.