Dozens of British troops are in Lebanon to train and advise the country's armed forces as part of a sensitive mission. The Israeli military struck 300 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, resulting in the deadliest day in Lebanon since the Gaza war started. The UK has a close partnership with the Lebanese armed forces and has been active in training and providing equipment. The British government hopes to build up the capacity of the armed forces to maintain security. The UK is considering whether to assist Israel and help protect its skies in the event of an invasion of Lebanon.