Escalation in Beirut
On Monday morning, serious escalation in Beirut occured as an Israeli airstrike hit a Hezbollah commander’s location in the capital’s southern suburbs, marking the second consecutive day of strikes in this Hezbollah-controlled area of the country. According to Lebanese security sources, the targeted individual’s fate remains unknown, and details from the Israeli military were sparse, confirming only the strike’s occurrence without specifics.
🇱🇧🇮🇱 ISRAELI AIRSTRIKES INTENSIFY IN LEBANON: A new wave of attacks has erupted, marking the third this morning.
— Militant Tracker (@MilitantTracker) September 24, 2024
Initial reports confirm an airstrike in Dehiyeh, Beirut, with the IDF stating it was an assassination strike in the southern suburbs.
A residential building has… pic.twitter.com/iZ3RRSWWYh
The attack struck the Ghobeiry neighborhood, damaging the top floor of a five-story building. This incident follows a broader context of conflict, with Israel intensifying its military actions against Hezbollah, backed by Iran, amid fears of a broader regional war. This escalation comes after Israel conducted extensive airstrikes the previous day, reportedly killing over 500 people in Lebanon, an action that has displaced numerous residents.
🚨#BREAKING: At least two dead at scene of bombing in Beirut so far and many trapped inside the targeted building major rescue operation is underway. pic.twitter.com/HoUISEf0Wd
— World Source News 24/7 (@Worldsource24) September 24, 2024
Israel’s Military Chief of General Staff, Herzi Halevi, emphasized the need for continuous and intense military operations across various fronts, reflecting a strategic shift toward Hezbollah following nearly a year of conflict with Hamas in Gaza.
Israeli army Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi:
— S p r i n t e r (@SprinterFamily) September 24, 2024
"We must not give Hezbollah a break. We will continue to operate at full strength. We will accelerate offensive actions today and reinforce all units. The current situation requires continued intensive operations across all fronts." pic.twitter.com/HHMXHsCdrx
The international community, including UN officials, is calling for diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation in Lebanon. The ongoing hostilities underscore the volatile situation in the region, with both sides engaging in military actions that could potentially lead to a wider conflict.
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