Hezbollah launched multiple rocket attacks on Haifa and surrounding areas, including the Ramat David airbase and Rafael military complex, in response to recent Israeli strikes in Lebanon. This marked a significant escalation and the first time Hezbollah targeted Haifa since October 8. Israel conducted widespread airstrikes on southern Lebanon in retaliation. The death toll from an earlier Israeli strike on Beirut's southern suburbs rose to 45. Tensions heightened as both sides exchanged threats, with Netanyahu warning Hezbollah of unprecedented blows and Hezbollah declaring a "new phase" in the conflict. The UN warned of an impending catastrophe, while the US urged its citizens to leave Lebanon. Diplomatic efforts continued, with France's foreign minister expected to visit Beirut the following day.