After major clash, Israel and Hezbollah trade messages, seek to avoid full-scale war, say diplomats

Israel-Hezbollah War: Israel and Hezbollah exchanged messages to avoid further conflict following significant cross-border fire. Both sides confirmed they did not seek full-scale war. Hezbollah launched rockets and drones at Israel after a commander's death, while Israel's military struck Lebanon with jets to prevent a bigger attack. Casualties included three in Lebanon and one in Israel.