The Middle East is experiencing an escalating tension. On one hand, the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon is still ongoing. As of October 13, the Israeli army continues its ground military operation in southern Lebanon to strike Hezbollah targets. Additionally, multiple Israeli media have reported that the United States has agreed to deploy the THAAD missile defense system within Israel.

CGTN brings the latest updates on the Middle East conflict, showing views of the Lebanon-Israel border, the Beirut skyline, the Gaza Strip, and other affected areas.