Tensions Rise: Israeli Drone Strike Kills Hamas Leader in Lebanon

An Israeli drone strike in southern Lebanon killed Mohammad Shaheen, Hamas' head of military operations, amid rising tensions as the deadline for Israel's withdrawal under the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah approaches. Israel accused Shaheen of planning attacks from Lebanon, while continued airstrikes fuel allegations of ceasefire violations.

An Israeli drone strike on Monday resulted in the death of Mohammad Shaheen, the head of Hamas' military operations in southern Lebanon, according to an announcement by Israel's army.

The strike occurred just before the deadline for Israel's complete withdrawal from southern Lebanon, as stipulated under the ceasefire agreement that concluded the 14-month conflict with Hezbollah. The original deadline, set for late January, was extended to February 18 under Israeli pressure.

As the withdrawal deadline looms, tensions escalate with ongoing Israeli airstrikes targeting what they claim are military sites containing missiles and combat equipment in Lebanon. Both Israel and Lebanon have accused each other of violating the ceasefire agreement.