Hezbollah threatens Israel with a strong response

The leader of Hezbollah, Hasan Nasrallah, has raised tensions in the region by threatening Israel with a strong response if Benjamin Netanyahu's government decides to open a new front on its northern border. Amid the war in Gaza between Israel and the Islamist movement Hamas, Nasrallah has warned that no place in Israel would be safe from Hezbollah's missiles, stating that they are prepared for the worst and will attack from land, air, and sea. This escalation of tensions has raised concerns in the international community, especially after the Israeli army announced plans for an offensive against Hezbollah, backed by Iran. Exchanges of fire between both parties have intensified in recent weeks, with Hezbollah claiming to have fired rockets towards northern Israel in response to Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon. Nasrallah has made it clear that in the event of a broader war, Hezbollah will not limit its actions and will fight "without rules" and "without limits." Meanwhile, Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has threatened to destroy Hezbollah in a "total war." This bellicose rhetoric has led to direct confrontations, with the Israeli army bombing Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon. The situation is further complicated by Nasrallah's threat towards Cyprus, warning that they would consider this country as part of the war if it allows Israel to use its airports and bases to attack Lebanon. This statement has put Cypriot authorities on alert, who have not yet issued any comments on the matter. Hezbollah has demonstrated its ability to attack both on land and at sea, recalling the 2006 incident when they struck an Israeli warship in the Mediterranean. Reports suggest that Hezbollah has acquired Russian-made anti-ship missiles, putting the region in a highly volatile situation. Meanwhile, the war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas has left a devastating toll, with thousands dead and a humanitarian catastrophe unfolding. The UN has warned of a situation close to famine in Gaza, with Israel imposing a siege that hinders the entry of food, water, and medicine. Prime Minister Netanyahu faces criticism for his handling of the war and the failure to release hostages. Amid this crisis, the international community seeks to curb the escalation of violence and has proposed a ceasefire plan for Gaza. However, Hezbollah's threats and Israel's determination in its confrontation with Hamas further complicate the situation in the region, raising fears of an even broader and devastating conflict. Peace seems distant amidst the bellicose rhetoric and military actions that threaten to trigger a crisis of catastrophic proportions in the Middle East.