⌨Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs intensified, with claims of killing a senior Hezbollah commander. Netanyahu declared the elimination of Nasrallah, his heir, and successor, while Defense Minister Gallant described Hezbollah as "battered and broken." Hezbollah's deputy, Naim Qassem, countered these claims, asserting the group's leadership remained intact. The conflict expanded geographically, with Israel reportedly planting its flag in Maroun al-Ras and discovering a Hezbollah tunnel. Hezbollah retaliated with rocket barrages towards Haifa and attacks on Israeli troops near Naqoura. Diplomatic efforts continued, with Qatar initiating an air bridge to Lebanon and the US calling for Israel to spare Beirut airport. The day concluded with reports of an Israeli strike on Damascus, killing four.