The Israeli army claims to have killed over 100 Hezbollah fighters in Bint Jbeil during air strikes and direct combat. The town lies 5km from the Israeli border and has been a focal point in past conflicts between Israel and Hezbollah.
The 98th Division of the Israeli military reported completing the encirclement of Bint Jbeil and beginning an assault. Hezbollah confirmed it has been engaged in close combat with Israeli forces in the town for several days.
Israeli artillery shelling was reported in several southern Lebanese towns, including areas near Bint Jbeil. Diplomatic talks between Israeli and Lebanese officials are scheduled in Washington to address the escalation.