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The aftermath of the strikes was notable — Israel targeted key Hezbollah figures, including Ibraim Akil, a military commander involved in historical conflicts such as the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing. The August 20 strike killed Akil and potentially up to 10 senior leaders, significantly impairing Hezbollah’s operational capabilities. Hezbollah warned of upcoming retaliation, while Israel declared a "new phase" of their campaign, although explicitly confirming their role in the recent attacks has been avoided.