Summary
An Israeli airstrike hit a hotel in central Beirut, targeting what Israel claims were Iranian operatives meeting there. The strike killed at least four people and injured ten, shaking the community as it brought the conflict into a busy and usually safe area of the city. The incident is part of ongoing hostilities between Israel and the Hezbollah group in Lebanon.
Key Facts
- An Israeli strike hit the Ramada Plaza hotel in central Beirut.
- The strike occurred around 01:30 in the morning, targeting a secret meeting of alleged Iranian operatives.
- Israel claims the operatives were part of Iran's Quds Force, involved in transferring funds to Hezbollah.
- The Lebanese health ministry reported four deaths and ten injuries from the strike.
- This is the first Israeli strike to hit central Beirut in the current conflict.
- Many people in the area were startled, and some were injured by debris from the explosion.
- The conflict has resulted in many Israeli strikes in Lebanon, with about 500 people killed so far.
- Locals expressed fear as the war reached their neighborhood, which is usually bustling with activity.
