Israeli troops clashed with Hezbollah militants in Lebanon, escalating tensions following Iran’s ballistic missile attack. In Gaza, Israeli operations killed at least 51 people amid the ongoing conflict. The situation has raised fears of a wider Middle East war involving Iran and the U.S. Hezbollah reported clashes with Israeli forces near the border, and Israel confirmed a soldier’s death. Israeli media noted infantry and tank units in southern Lebanon, and the Lebanese army confirmed a brief Israeli incursion. Israel has warned residents in numerous villages to evacuate, intensifying the conflict.