Israeli Forces Strike Hezbollah Targets in Southern Lebanon Following Rocket Attacks

Israeli forces struck Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon on Saturday, March 22, 2025, following orders from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This action was in response to the launch of three rockets toward Israel, which were intercepted. Local reports indicate bombings in southern Lebanese towns such as Kfar Kila and Tulin. The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) expressed concern and urged all parties to avoid actions that could jeopardize stability, especially concerning civilian lives. They warned that further escalation could have severe regional consequences. The rocket launches, which triggered air raid sirens in the Israeli town of Metula, prompted the Israeli response. The Lebanese army discovered and dismantled three rocket launchers in Kfar Tibnit and Arnoun. No group, including Hezbollah, has claimed responsibility for the initial rocket attack. This marks the first time since November 26, 2024, that alarms have sounded in northern Israel due to an attack from Lebanon.