Israel escalated attacks in Lebanon, striking Lebanese army positions and UNIFIL peacekeepers. Two Lebanese soldiers were killed in Kafra, while UNIFIL personnel were injured in Naqoura. Hezbollah responded with rocket barrages and drone attacks on Israeli targets, including in Haifa. Diplomatic efforts intensified, with US Secretary of State Blinken calling Lebanese Speaker Berri and Prime Minister Mikati, emphasizing ceasefire efforts. However, Israel reportedly rejected US requests to end operations in Lebanon before neutralizing Hezbollah. The aftermath of Israel's strike in Beirut's Basta neighborhood continued to unfold, with reports of Hezbollah official Wafiq Safa being critically wounded. Lebanon's financial bonds surprisingly rose to a two-year high despite the ongoing conflict.