Israel Poised to Retaliate

Israel's security cabinet has authorized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the defense minister to decide on retaliation against Hezbollah for a deadly rocket attack on the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights that killed 12 Druze children and teenagers. The incident, which Hezbollah denies responsibility for, has heightened fears of escalating conflict. Western governments are urging restraint, while Israel vows a strong response. The attack has caused outrage across Israel and the Druze community, with thousands attending the victims' funerals. In response, several airlines have suspended flights to Beirut. The Israeli military claims to know the exact launch location of the Iranian-made rocket, while Hezbollah strongly denies involvement. This incident occurs amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, which have intensified since Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel.