Israeli jets carried out airstrikes across at least two towns in Lebanon, while Hezbollah said it fired rockets into northern Israel, according to statements from the sides, raising concerns over the stability of a broader ceasefire environment.
The strikes came after a brief pause, during which U.S. President Donald Trump had asked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to “scale back” attacks on Lebanon, according to reports.
Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran and operates in Lebanon, said it targeted the Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona near the border, as well as Misgav Am in the Upper Galilee region.
In a statement, Hezbollah said the rocket fire was in response to what it described as Israel’s “violation” of a ceasefire linked to the United States and Iran.
“This response will continue until the Israeli-American aggression against our country and our people ceases,” the group said.
There was no immediate official response from Israeli authorities on the specific strikes or the claims made by Hezbollah regarding the ceasefire.
The developments mark a resumption of cross-border fire following a short lull, with both sides indicating continued military activity in the border region.
