Iran launches missiles toward Israel for the first time since a ceasefire took effect in April, in retaliation for Israeli strikes in Lebanon’s capital, Beirut. Multiple outlets report that Israeli forces bomb suspected Hezbollah strongholds in southern Beirut earlier on Sunday, prompting threats of Iranian retaliation. ABC Australia and the BBC describe the Iranian action as a warning or response after the Beirut strike, with Iran firing roughly a few dozen missiles toward northern Israel. CBS News similarly says the missiles are largely contained to Israel’s north.
In response, reporting indicates Israel carries out air strikes targeting sites in Iran. The BBC says Israel conducts two waves of air strikes after Iran’s missile launch. The Hill and France 24 characterize the exchange as the first back-and-forth between the two countries since the fragile April ceasefire, with concerns about escalation and a return to wider hostilities. Daily Mail and other summaries link the timing to recent U.S.-hosted ceasefire efforts involving Lebanese and Israeli governments, noting Hezbollah’s rejection of the deal, though outlets differ on details. The New York Times reports no immediate casualty information following the initial missile launches.
