Sept 28, V7N - The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has escalated, with Israel intensifying its airstrikes on Hezbollah's strongholds in Beirut's southern suburbs. Early Saturday saw over 20 airstrikes targeting areas where top Hezbollah leaders are believed to operate, including a massive strike on the group's command center. Reports suggest this could have been aimed at Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, though there is no confirmation of his status.

Thousands of Lebanese have fled these areas, seeking shelter in other parts of Beirut and nearby regions, as fears of further attacks grow. The attacks follow Israel's retaliation against Hezbollah, which has been firing rockets and missiles into Israel, hitting northern cities like Safed. Israel claims to have successfully targeted Hezbollah's missile unit commander, Muhammad Ali Ismail, along with his deputy.

As the fighting intensifies, both sides are bracing for continued escalation. Iran, a key Hezbollah backer, has warned that these attacks crossed "red lines," while Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that Israel would continue its campaign until Hezbollah's threat is neutralized. The rising death toll, including over 700 people killed in recent strikes, has raised concerns of the conflict spiraling into a larger regional war, possibly drawing in additional players like Iran and the United States. Diplomatic efforts at the U.N. have called for a ceasefire, but tensions remain high, with no clear resolution in sight.

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