Experts think it is unlikely Iran will escalate the conflict and that it will instead focus on rebuilding Hezbollah and keeping its network of proxies in action for as long as possible.

An Israeli airstrike has hit central Beirut, leveling an apartment building. The incident follows numerous airstrikes across Lebanon and Gaza, leading to significant casualties. Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and a family of four in Gaza were among those killed.

Israel launched one of its most intense bombardments against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon this year Thursday, hours after the militant group’s leader condemned deadly twin attacks that he said crossed “all the red lines.