New Delhi: As the Iran-backed group Hezbollah continues to cause chaos, internal divisions are emerging within Israel. Many Israelis are losing trust in their leader, Netanyahu, and are taking to the streets to express their discontent. Protests led by opposition parties are calling for new elections, with demonstrators holding Netanyahu directly responsible for the violence and bloodshed occurring in Israel and Gaza. Critics argue that had Netanyahu shown more wisdom and effective leadership, the extent of the devastation could have been mitigated.Hezbollah fires 300 rockets at IsraelIn a retaliatory attack for the killing of its commander, Fuad Shukr, the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah launched a massive barrage of rockets on Sunday, targeting 11 Israeli locations. According to reports, Hezbollah claims to have fired over 300 rockets, while the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported conducting more than 200 airstrikes in response. Although some of the airstrikes were intercepted by air defense systems, others hit their mark, causing significant damage and loss of life in various areas. In turn, Israel responded with force, firing over 100 rockets into Lebanon and causing widespread destruction.Hezbollah targets 11 Israeli military sitesHezbollah launched a retaliatory attack on Israel on Sunday, targeting 11 military installations. According to their statement, The first phase was completely successful. It was a phase of attacks on barracks and strongholds up to the main targets inside Israeli territory. The drones flew according to plan. During this, 11 targets were listed and attacked, including three IDF bases, two bases in the Golan Heights, three barracks and several strongholds. This attack was a coordinated effort by Hezbollah, successfully hitting multiple key targets in Israeli territory.⚡️🇮🇱 Update Israel** Protest in Tel Aviv **Protests are erupting in Tel Aviv as demonstrators demand a prisoner exchange deal. Israeli police have been deployed to manage the situationStay Updated - Follow for more like this.#Palestine #Israel #Gaza #Lebanon #Hezbollah pic.twitter.com/C3qHTfsQTV— Veritas Global News (@Veritas_Nexus) August 24, 2024Citizens demand elections and hostage rescueIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahus position is becoming increasingly precarious as a wave of protests sweeps across the country, with thousands of citizens calling for new elections. Meanwhile, the families of hostages held captive by militants gathered at Tel Avivs Hostage Square to demand government action, expressing outrage over the failure to rescue six hostages whose bodies were recently recovered from Gaza. Additionally, a group advocating for detainees arrested during anti-government demonstrations reported that three protesters were taken into custody in Jerusalem, further fueling the growing unrest.Opposition leader slams PMs responseA family member of one of the recovered hostages expressed their anguish and blame towards Netanyahu, saying, You could have saved them but you didnt. Meanwhile, opposition leader Yair Lapid strongly criticized Netanyahus handling of the situation, stating, If Netanyahu fails to strike a deal, it means he is directly carrying out the wishes of Hamas new chief Yahya Sinwar. Mr. Prime Minister, go to Cairo yourself, dont send anyone. Strike a deal now. This message conveys the urgency and frustration felt by many Israelis towards their governments response to the hostage crisis.
