On June 28, 2025, Israeli fighter jets struck southern Lebanon targeting alleged Hezbollah sites, resulting in the death of one woman.
Strikes on Hezbollah's Underground Assets
Israeli fighter jets targeted underground Hezbollah assets in the Nabatieh region, marking a recurrence of hostilities since the 2024 ceasefire. Lebanese President Aoun condemned these actions as violations of [sovereign agreements](https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2025-06-27/1-killed-and-11-wounded-in-intense-israeli-strikes-on-south-lebanon). The Israeli army justified their actions as a response to Hezbollah activities, claiming that their strikes effectively neutralized strategic underground structures utilized by Hezbollah.
Lebanese President Calls for International Intervention
The incident triggered sharp reactions. President Aoun appealed for international intervention against Israel’s [continued airstrikes](https://middleeasteye.net/news/one-woman-killed-israeli-strike-residential-building-southern-lebanon). Meanwhile, Hezbollah has stayed largely silent, not yet issuing an official response or statement. Financial markets remain uninfluenced by the event. Historical data show geopolitical tensions seldom affect cryptocurrency or DeFi markets directly.
Ongoing Strikes Since the 2024 Ceasefire
Since the 2024 ceasefire, [Israeli strikes](https://twitter.com/MiddleEastEye) on Hezbollah have persisted almost daily, echoing the cycle of destruction from the 14-month war. Previous conflicts caused significant Lebanese infrastructure damage, raising concerns about repeating past devastations. Expert opinions suggest that the **persistent conflict** serves as a reminder of the fragile peace in the region.
Recent events highlight the ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, raising concerns over potential escalations and the need for international intervention to maintain peace.
