BEIRUT: The Islamic Resistance announced that it had launched a rocket attack targeting a group of Israeli soldiers near the town of Aita al-Shaab. The attack was reportedly carried out in support of the Palestinian people in Gaza and in defense of Lebanon. According to National News Agency-Lebanon, the communique from the Islamic Resistance stated that the attack occurred at 4:15 p.m. The Resistance fighters aimed the rocket salvo at Israeli forces, reflecting ongoing regional tensions. The communique emphasized the group's commitment to supporting Palestinians and defending Lebanese territory. This development adds to the series of escalations in the region, with various groups expressing solidarity with the Palestinian cause. The attack near Aita al-Shaab underscores the volatile security situation along the Lebanon-Israel border, which has been a focal point in the broader Middle East conflict.