A rocket attack Saturday on a soccer field in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights killed at least 12 children and teens, and wounded several others, Israel said.
According to Report, which cites CBS News, the strike, the deadliest attack on Israeli civilians since the fighting between the two foes erupted on Oct. 7, raised fears of a broader conflagration in the region.
Hezbollah chief spokesman Mohammed Afif told The Associated Press that the group "categorically denies carrying out an attack on Majdal Shams." It is unusual for Hezbollah to deny an attack.
However, a US official told CBS News Saturday night that "there's no real doubt here this was Hezbollah."
And Israel's military chief spokesman, Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari also asserted to journalists that "Hezbollah is lying."
Hagari earlier said that about 20 others were wounded.