The Israeli military has confirmed a series of rocket launches from Lebanon, with multiple projectiles entering the Upper Galilee region.
Report has it that some rockets were successfully intercepted by Israel’s defense systems while others landed in open areas, causing no casualties.
In response, Israel was reported to have released aerial footage showcasing airstrikes on Hezbollah installations in southern Lebanon’s Hula.
As at the time of gathering this report, the Lebanese Health Ministry, through state media, reported that the Israeli air raids resulted in one death and two injuries.
Hezbollah, in retaliation, claimed responsibility for two attacks on Israeli positions, including rocket strikes on Metula and artillery fire at another border location.
EXCLUSIVE: 4 Major Ongoing Global Wars You Should Know
In related development, Israeli forces intensified airstrikes on Syria just days ago, targeting Damascus International Airport and temporarily halting operations.
Other Ongoing Conflicts Around the World
- The longstanding Iran-Israel conflict
- The Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip
- Tensions between India and Pakistan over Kashmir
- Border disputes between India and China
- The North Sudan-South Sudan conflict
- The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war
Major causes of war
Wars throughout history have been sparked by a variety of factors. Territorial disputes, for instance, have led to conflicts such as the Israel-Hamas war, where competing claims to land and resources have fueled violence. Similarly, the India-Pakistan dispute over Kashmir has resulted in numerous clashes, highlighting the volatile nature of border disputes.
Other causes include:
- Nationalism: Ethnic and cultural tensions between nations or groups.
- Imperialism: Expansionist policies and competition for colonies and resources
- Ideology: Conflicts between different political, economic, or social ideologies
- Religion: Conflicts between different religious groups or interpretations
- Resources: Competition for scarce resources like oil, water, or minerals
- Economic interests: Conflicts over trade, markets, and economic influence
- Security and defense: Preemptive strikes or self-defense against perceived threats
- Alliances and diplomacy: Conflicts arising from complex webs of alliances and diplomatic relationships
- Historical grievances: Unresolved historical conflicts, injustices, or traumas
- Demographic and environmental factors: Conflicts over population growth, migration, or environmental degradation
