After a brief period of calm, the Israeli Defense Forces targeted Beirut, Lebanon, on October 16. They hit numerous Hezbollah sites in the Nabatieh area and destroyed underground structures. The airstrike reportedly killed Nabatieh Mayor Ahmad Kahil and five other Hezbollah leaders, according to Reuters. This attack came despite U.S. worries about increasing casualties and the risk of a wider war in the region. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has repeatedly stated that Israel will keep attacking until Hezbollah surrenders. The Israeli military is focusing on dismantling Iran’s proxy group, aiming to eliminate its top leaders. Since October 2023, both sides have been caught in a prolonged conflict, exchanging attacks across their borders. The situation remains tense as violence continues, raising concerns about the future of peace in the area.