Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon resulted in 12 fatalities on Wednesday, according to the Lebanese health ministry. The strikes occurred amidst heightened tensions and continued clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, despite previous ceasefire attempts. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on Lebanese citizens to support Israel’s efforts against Hezbollah. A border town reported the temporary detention and subsequent release of two municipal employees by Israeli forces. The recent violence indicates a breakdown in a conditional truce announced the previous week and a continuation of hostilities that began before an April ceasefire. The escalating situation raises concerns about further regional instability.