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The US is leading a diplomatic effort to deter Israel from launching a major strike on Lebanon's capital Beirut or key infrastructure in response to a deadly rocket attack on the Golan Heights that has raised fears of a broader regional war.
An Israeli military officer at the site of a rocket attack in the Druze town of Majdal Shams, in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights. (AP Photo)
New Delhi,UPDATED: Jul 30, 2024 07:09 IST
The United States is scrambling to prevent a full-blown war between Israel and Lebanon, as tensions soar following a deadly rocket attack on the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights that killed 12 children.
Reuters reports citing sources that the US is leading a diplomatic push to dissuade Israel from targeting Beirut or critical Lebanese infrastructure in retaliation for Saturday’s attack, which Israel blamed on the Iran-backed Hezbollah group. Hezbollah has denied involvement.
Israeli officials, while vowing a harsh response, have indicated a desire to avoid a wider conflict. Two officials told Reuters that Israel is preparing for a limited military operation, possibly lasting several days.
Published By:
Devika Bhattacharya
Published On:
Jul 30, 2024
