A new wave of attacks has hit northern Israel, as Hezbollah claimed responsibility for two rocket barrages targeting Kiryat Shmona city. The Lebanese group also targeted a helicopter landing pad near the border town of Maroun al-Ras.
Meanwhile, Iran is facing its own crisis, with internet connectivity down for 36 days and reports of explosions at petrochemical plants in Khuzestan region. An air strike has damaged the Bandar Imam petrochemical complex, and US-Israeli strikes are suspected to be behind the attacks on industrial sites.
The EU is also taking action, pushing for a windfall tax on energy companies due to rising prices caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. In contrast, Iran is shifting university courses to virtual learning, citing concerns over security.
Hezbollah’s actions have sparked celebrations in Tehran, with Iranian forces reportedly downing two US warplanes and hitting back at Israeli targets. The conflict continues to escalate, with attacks and strikes happening on both sides.
Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/4/4/iran-war-live-tehran-downs-2-us-warplanes-israel-bombs-lebanon-bridges