Haifa, Israel's third-largest city, is currently facing heightened tensions as the threat of a wider war with Hezbollah looms. The city's sandy beaches are deserted, businesses are closing early, and many restaurants have shut down. The only places witnessing increased activity are public bomb shelters, as residents brace themselves for potential violence.
Haifa, with a population of nearly 300,000, serves as the cultural and economic hub of northern Israel. The recent escalation in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has put the city at risk, with fears mounting that this could be the most severe conflict since the war almost two decades ago.
