Today, Iran's foreign ministry slammed Israel over a strike in Beirut that killed Haytham Ali Tabatabai, Hezbollah's military chief. In a blistering statement, Tehran called it a 'cowardly assassination' and a flagrant violation of the November 2024 ceasefire and Lebanon's sovereignty. ⚔️
Tabatabai was the most senior commander killed by Israel since the truce began nearly a year ago. Though largely unknown, he was among the new leaders tapped to guide Hezbollah after the last war.
Since the ceasefire, Israel has carried out repeated bombings across Lebanon, saying it targets Hezbollah sites and fighters. Each raid destabilizes the region—and now adds fuel to a tense standoff.
Hezbollah's key backer, Iran, has watched the group weaken after recent clashes with Israel and the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in Syria, which severed a vital overland link for weapons and support. ⚙️
Earlier this year, Iran itself was hit by Israeli and U.S. strikes on its nuclear facilities during a 12-day conflict. Now, with emotions running high, analysts warn that more attacks and angry rhetoric could spiral into a wider confrontation—something the Middle East can't afford right now. 🌍
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