An Israeli airstrike in eastern Lebanon on Sunday killed seven people, including a commander of the Islamic Jihad group, according to Lebanese authorities and state media. The strike occurred despite a fragile ceasefire in the region.
The targeted commander was identified as a senior figure in Islamic Jihad, though his name has not been officially released. The attack took place in the Bekaa Valley, a stronghold of Hezbollah and other Iran-backed groups.
Lebanese officials condemned the strike as a violation of the ceasefire, which was brokered by international mediators. The Israeli military has not commented on the operation.
The incident raises fears of a broader escalation in the Middle East, as tensions remain high following recent drone strikes on the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The United Nations has called for restraint from all parties.
