Israel strikes Hezbollah in Lebanon as fighting intensifies

Israeli fighter jets attacked Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon on Monday as the exchange of fire along the northern border intensified. 

The strikes come after Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a series of attacks against Israel's military on Monday.

Lebanese caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati said Monday he was doing everything possible to prevent his country from sliding into war, although the Lebanese government has little leverage over Hezbollah, which is supported by Iran.