Tensions escalated as Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a drone attack on Netanyahu's residence in Caesarea. Israel responded with intense airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburbs. U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein visited Beirut, proposing an updated version of Resolution 1701 to de-escalate the conflict. Israel announced the elimination of Hashem Safieddine, a high-ranking Hezbollah official, allegedly killed three weeks prior. The day saw continued cross-border exchanges, with Hezbollah targeting Israeli military positions and Israel striking various locations in Lebanon. Gebran Bassil criticized Hezbollah, highlighting internal tensions. U.S. Secretary of State Blinken arrived in Israel, urging Netanyahu to reach a Gaza truce and allow more aid. The ongoing conflict raised concerns about potential regional escalation.