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The US military released photos and footage of B-2 stealth bombers participating in Operation Midnight Hammer, which targeted Iran's nuclear sites with heavy bunker-buster bombs, resulting in significant damage and Iran's retaliatory missile strikes on US bases in Qatar.
Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a drone and missile attack in northern Israel that injured 14 soldiers, six severely, in response to Israeli airstrikes that killed two Hezbollah commanders. The clashes between Hezbollah and Israel have intensified, raising fears of a broader conflict between Israel and Iran. Tensions have been escalating for over six months, leading to displacement of civilians and Israeli strikes inside Lebanon.
The killing of three U.S. troops by Iran-backed militants has intensified pressure on President Biden to take direct action against Iran, with options ranging from targeting Iranian forces inside or outside Iran to retaliating solely against the militants responsible. Republicans are calling for devastating military retaliation, while some Democrats express concern about the situation escalating into a regional war. Experts caution that striking Iran directly could lead to a major Middle East conflict, while others point to the limited impact of previous strikes against Iranian targets.
As Israel prepares for a ground invasion of Gaza, the extensive network of secret tunnels built by Hamas is complicating its military retaliation. Israel has invested over $1 billion in developing an underground barrier and detection system to combat the tunnels, but past attempts have been hindered by the fact that only Hamas knows the full extent of the labyrinth. The tunnels, which have become more sophisticated over time, are used by Hamas to conceal weapons, command facilities, and fighters. Despite technological advancements, tunneling remains an effective way for Hamas to undermine Israel's dominance. Israeli troops attempting to enter the tunnels will face significant challenges due to confined spaces, booby traps, and the defenders' superior knowledge of the underground environment.