The U.S. presidential election dominated early headlines, with Lebanese media speculating on its potential impact on the ongoing conflict. By midday, attention shifted to reports of Israeli airstrikes on Jiyé and Al-Qusayr. The Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed multiple drone strikes against Israeli targets. In a surprising development, Netanyahu dismissed Defense Minister Gallant, citing a breach of trust. The day's most significant event occurred in the evening when an Israeli airstrike on Barja in the Chouf region killed at least 15 people, mostly displaced civilians. This marked a severe escalation, targeting an area previously considered relatively safe. Throughout the day, Hezbollah continued its rocket attacks on northern Israel, including strikes on Meron and Nahariya. The conflict's toll rose to over 3,000 Lebanese deaths in 13 months of fighting.