Lebanese journalist Fadi Boudaya was injured when an Israeli missile hit his home while he was on live television interview conducting an interview. Boudaya, the editor-in-chief of Miraya International Network, was thrown off-screen during the broadcast, and the footage has since gone viral on social media. Fortunately, he sustained only minor injuries.
Boudaya’s Statement After the Attack
After the missile strike, Boudaya, who is reportedly sympathetic to Hezbollah, assured his followers on social media platform X that he was safe. He expressed gratitude, saying, "Thank God, I am fine, thanks to God and His blessings upon us." Boudaya reaffirmed his commitment to his work, calling it his “media duty in support of the resistance.”
Rising Tensions Between Israel and Hezbollah
The incident occurred against the backdrop of increasing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. Since the Gaza war erupted in October, cross-border clashes between the two have intensified. The conflict has escalated in recent days with more frequent exchanges of fire.
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Cyber Attacks and Airstrikes Worsen the Conflict
Hezbollah recently accused Israel of launching cyberattacks on their communication systems. Simultaneously, Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have caused significant casualties, with over 550 people killed, including 50 children. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for Lebanese civilians to evacuate, promising they could return once military operations are over.
High-Ranking Hezbollah Commanders Killed
In a recent escalation, Israeli airstrikes targeted Hezbollah strongholds, including the Dahiyeh suburb of Beirut. These strikes killed Ibrahim Qubaisi, the head of Hezbollah’s missile division, along with other senior commanders. In response, Hezbollah launched over 300 rockets at northern Israeli cities, further intensifying the conflict.