On June 7, 2026, the Israeli military executed airstrikes on Hezbollah strongholds in the Dahiyeh area of Beirut, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Lebanon. This operation is notable as it is the first military action in Beirut's southern suburbs since the ceasefire established on April 16, 2026, through US mediation. The strikes were reportedly a direct response to gunfire from Hezbollah aimed at northern Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) targeted a militant command center in Dahiyeh following the gunfire incident. The strikes drew attention as they occurred shortly after US President Donald Trump warned Netanyahu against launching attacks in the area. Reports from Lebanon's state news agency indicated that two residential apartments were struck during the operation, leading to significant explosions that were heard in the vicinity. This escalation raises concerns about the stability of the region and the potential for further military confrontations.