Israel has intensified its military operations in Lebanon, claiming responsibility for a targeted airstrike in Beirut that resulted in the death of a senior Hezbollah commander, Ibrahim Aqil, alongside at least 12 others. The strike, which occurred after Hezbollah's leader vowed retaliation, has fueled fears of an escalating conflict between the two sides. Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) assert that Aqil was overseeing plans for a potential invasion of Galilee, highlighting the seriousness of the situation. Amid rising tensions, both Israel and Hezbollah have exchanged fire, with Hezbollah launching 140 rockets toward northern Israel. The ramifications of these developments are concerning for regional stability, with U.S. officials urging restraint as the situation precariously teeters on the edge of a wider war.