In a dramatic escalation of the long-standing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, Israeli military officials have confirmed the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah following a targeted airstrike in Beirut. The strike, which took place during a series of coordinated operations, is being hailed as a significant victory for Israel in its ongoing campaign against the militant group.
Nasrallah, who had been the face of Hezbollah since the early 1990s, was reportedly inside a heavily fortified compound in Beirut when Israeli jets launched a precision strike. His death marks a major blow to Hezbollah, which has relied on his leadership to maintain its influence in Lebanon and across the region.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the operation as a “historic achievement” and praised the military for its success. “This is a victory for the people of Israel and for our efforts to defend our nation against those who seek to destroy it,” Netanyahu said in a televised address.
The airstrike is likely to escalate tensions in the region, as Hezbollah has vowed to retaliate. Experts warn that this could lead to a full-scale conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, particularly in southern Lebanon, where the militant group has a strong foothold.
Nasrallah’s death leaves Hezbollah in a leadership vacuum, with questions about who will succeed him and whether the group can maintain its grip on power without its long-time leader.
