Tens of thousands have fled their homes in Lebanon’s south as Israel issues forced evacuation order for entire area.

Air strikes rock Lebanese capital while Hezbollah launches missiles and drones into Israel, opening a dangerous new front amid fallout from US-Israel attacks on Iran.

Israeli airstrikes continued to hit the Lebanese capital Tuesday morning. In footage captured by The Associated Press, explosions and smoke plumes were seen rising over the city's skyline.

Israel continued waves of heavy airstrikes in Beirut after Hezbollah began firing on Israel in support of Iran. Nearly 85,000 people have been displaced, according to the Lebanese government. The Israeli military has also started a ground incursion into southern Lebanon,

Israel said it deployed more forces in Lebanon to protect its people, but its military chief said the goal is more ambitious: to disarm Hezbollah. Israel made plans for the incursion well in advance.

An American submarine sank an Iranian warship and Iran threatened the destruction of military and economic infrastructure across the region.

India has emphasised the interest of one crore Indian nationals in the region and voiced concern over possible disruptions in energy supplies because it could have serious consequences for the Indian economy.

The Israeli military has not ruled out a ground invasion of Lebanon, with a spokesperson stating that 'All options are on the table'. This follows Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon, which were launched