Israeli forces conducted strikes deeper into Beirut than previously seen, killing Hezbollah media chief Mohammad Afif in Ras al-Nabaa during the morning hours, followed by another senior commander in Mar Elias by evening. These targeted assassinations marked a significant escalation in Israeli operations, moving beyond the usual focus on Dahiyeh.
The strikes occurred as Lebanon prepared its response to the US ceasefire proposal, with Hochstein scheduled to visit on Tuesday. The Israeli military also reached its deepest point in South Lebanon since October 7th, while Hezbollah maintained pressure on Haifa with multiple rocket salvos.
Two Lebanese troops were killed in an Israeli strike in the south, while UNIFIL reported coming under fire from what they described as a "non-state actor." Yemeni forces claimed a drone attack on Israeli targets, indicating continued regional involvement.