Israel announced multiple incoming attacks early Thursday and said it was intercepting the missiles. The Israeli military says it began new strikes in Lebanon against the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group.

Air strikes rock Lebanese capital while Hezbollah launches missiles and drones into Israel, opening a dangerous new front amid fallout from US-Israel attacks on Iran.

The Israeli military’s call for the immediate evacuation of the entire population of Lebanon south of the Litani river raises serious risks of violations of the law of war.

The West Asia conflict expanded to include Iran-backed militias on Monday with an attack by Hezbollah on Israel. Israel struck back against the group in Lebanon while the United States pounded targets in Iran.

Israel continued waves of heavy airstrikes in Beirut after Hezbollah began firing on Israel in support of Iran. Nearly 85,000 people have been displaced, according to the Lebanese government. The Israeli military has also started a ground incursion into southern Lebanon,

India has emphasised the interest of one crore Indian nationals in the region and voiced concern over possible disruptions in energy supplies because it could have serious consequences for the Indian economy.

The Israeli military has not ruled out a ground invasion of Lebanon, with a spokesperson stating that 'All options are on the table'. This follows Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon, which were launched