Israel Holds Hezbollah Accountable for Fatal Rocket Strike in Golan Heights

Israel's defense minister informed his U.S. counterpart that Hezbollah, backed by Iran, is being held accountable for a rocket strike that killed 12 children and teenagers in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. The attack marks a significant escalation in the region’s tensions.

Israel's Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, on Monday told U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin that Iran-backed Hezbollah would be held responsible for a rocket strike that killed twelve children and teenagers in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.

Gallant briefed Austin on Saturday's rocket attack orchestrated by the Iranian proxy group, highlighting that it signifies a significant escalation in the region's ongoing tensions.

The minister's office conveyed that Israel will hold Hezbollah accountable for the tragic incident, urging international attention to the growing threat posed by the group.