Iran Warns It Is Ready to Launch Missiles If Israel Moves Deeper Into Hezbollah Stronghold
Iranian military adviser Rezaei reportedly stated on August 4 that Iran’s missile forces are fully prepared and could be launched if Israel advances deeper into the southern suburbs of Beirut, an area widely seen as a key Hezbollah stronghold.
The warning comes as Israel continues to expand airstrikes in Lebanon. According to Lebanese sources, the latest attacks on the Bekaa Valley and southern Lebanon have killed at least 9 people and injured many others. Lebanon’s Health Ministry said that since fighting resumed in early March, more than 3,500 people have been killed and over 10,700 injured.
Tehran’s warning has raised concerns that the Israel–Lebanon conflict could escalate into a broader direct confrontation involving Israel and Iran.
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