No Casualties Reported as Homeowners Were Away; Sirens Sound Across Various Northern Israel Locations

What Happened

A Hezbollah rocket hit a home in Safed, northern Israel, following an Israeli airstrike on Hezbollah’s central command in Beirut’s Dahieh district. The impact caused a fire, but fortunately, the homeowners were not present, resulting in no casualties. Rocket sirens sounded in Safed and several neighboring communities, including Karmiel, Nahariya, and others in the Western Galilee region.

Why It Matters

This attack marks Hezbollah’s first retaliation after Israel’s strategic airstrike in Beirut, intensifying the security situation in northern Israel. Despite the escalation, there were no injuries reported by Magen David Adom ambulance service.

Broader Context

The tension between Israel and Hezbollah often escalates, causing frequent disruptions and risks to civilian lives in northern Israel. Israel remains committed to protecting its borders and its citizens from external threats.

This story was first published on ynetnews.com.