What to know about the heavy exchange of fire between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah

Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah on Sunday launched their heaviest exchange of fire after months of strikes and counterstrikes that have raised fears of an all-out war.

By mid-morning, it appeared the exchange of fire had ended, with both sides saying they had only aimed at military targets. The Israeli strikes killed three militants in Lebanon, while there were no reports of casualties on the Israeli side. But the situation remained tense.

Here’s a look at where things stand:

What happened early Sunday?

Israel says around 100 warplanes launched airstrikes targeting thousands of rocket launchers across southern Lebanon to thwart an imminent Hezbollah attack. Hezbollah then said it launched hundreds of rockets and drones

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