# The Israeli military carried out heavy airstrikes on southern Lebanon yesterday after issuing evacuation orders for several locations, saying Lebanese armed group Hezbollah was trying to rebuild its military capabilities there. The orders and strikes came despite a ceasefire deal agreed a year ago between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah. Fears have been mounting in Lebanon that Israel could resume a full-blown aerial bombing campaign, particularly after Israeli leaders warned they would take action against Hezbollah if Lebanon did not step up efforts to disarm the group.
Israel launches heavy air strikes on southern Lebanon