HEADLINES - **Hezbollah's Aggression Escalates, IDF Warns of Broader Conflict** - **IDF Airstrikes Target Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon Amid Rising Tensions** - **Israel Mourns 11 Fallen Soldiers as Ground Offensive Toll Rises** The time is now 05:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report. In the latest developments concerning the conflict between Israel and Hamas, we begin our coverage with the escalating tensions involving Hezbollah. Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson, has issued a stern warning regarding Hezbollah's increasing aggression. In a video statement, Hagari emphasized that Hezbollah’s actions are pushing the region toward a broader conflict. He underscored Israel's commitment to defend its citizens at all costs, a sentiment reflecting the high stakes involved in this escalating situation. Since October 7, Hezbollah has launched over 5,000 rockets, anti-tank missiles, and explosive unmanned aerial vehicles into Israel. This aggressive campaign has led to significant alarm within the Israeli military. Hagari stressed that Hezbollah’s actions are not just a threat to Israel but also to Lebanon and the broader region. He accused Hezbollah of acting as a shield for Hamas, the group responsible for the heinous acts committed on October 7, including the massacre of civilians across religious lines. In response to this aggression, the IDF has conducted airstrikes on various Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon. These strikes targeted terrorist infrastructures in areas such as Qara and al-Taybeh, as well as military installations in Mahibib and Kfar Kila. The situation remains precarious, with the potential for further escalation if Hezbollah continues its current trajectory. The international community is closely monitoring these developments. The United States and France are reportedly working on a negotiated settlement to the hostilities along Lebanon's southern border. However, Hezbollah has stated it will not cease its attacks unless Israel halts its military operations in Gaza. Meanwhile, the conflict's impact on the Israeli military and civilian population has been profound. On Sunday, Israel mourned the loss of eleven IDF soldiers who were killed in separate incidents in Gaza. These soldiers, many from the Combat Engineering Corps' 601st Battalion, were laid to rest in ceremonies that spanned the country. The deadliest incident occurred in southern Gaza's Rafah, marking the most significant loss for the IDF in the Strip since January. Among those honored was Captain Wassem Mahmoud, a deputy commander who was laid to rest in the Druze village of Beit Jann. The village postponed its Eid al-Adha celebrations to mourn. Mahmoud was remembered as a dedicated soldier who continued to fight even after being wounded. His story is a poignant reminder of the personal sacrifices made by many in this ongoing conflict. Sergeant Eliyahu Moshe Zimbalist, who moved to Israel from the United States with his family, was also among the fallen. His funeral in Jerusalem witnessed a significant turnout, with community members lining the streets to pay their respects. The circumstances of these soldiers' deaths remain under investigation, with initial reports suggesting they were killed inside an armored combat engineering vehicle hit by a major explosion. The toll of Israeli soldiers continues to rise, with 311 troops killed during the ground offensive against Hamas. This figure includes a police officer killed in a hostage rescue mission and a civilian Defense Ministry contractor. The impact on the families and communities of these soldiers is immeasurable, as they grapple with the grief and loss brought about by this persistent conflict. In the political arena, the upcoming visit of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...