NABATIEH: A series of Israeli airstrikes and artillery shelling targeted multiple locations in southern Lebanon, including the city of Bint Jbeil and several towns, escalating tensions in the region. The raids, reportedly conducted by Israeli warplanes, also included artillery shelling from a Merkava tank in the area. According to National News Agency - Lebanon, Israeli warplanes carried out raids on Bint Jbeil and the towns of Aitaroun, Baraashit, and Kounin. Meanwhile, a correspondent in Marjeyoun reported a separate air raid on the town of Khiyam, which was accompanied by artillery fire targeting the outskirts of Qalaa and Burj al-Muluk later in the evening. Further reports from a correspondent in Tyre indicated that the towns of al-Kharayeb and al-Bazourieh also experienced intense raids. These developments come amid heightened regional tensions, with both sides exchanging accusations and threats. The extent of the damage and potential casualties from these raids remain unclear as of the latest reports. Source: National news agency - Lebanon