Israel hits Lebanese capital in 'targeted strike'
Summary
Israel launched a targeted airstrike on Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, breaking a recent ceasefire. The strike hit a Hezbollah stronghold and reportedly targeted an Iranian militia leader, escalating tensions between Israel and groups supported by Iran.Key Facts
- Israel hit Beirut in a targeted strike around 14:00 local time, the second strike on the city since last month’s ceasefire.
- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said the strike targeted Ali al-Husni, leader of an Iranian militia allied with Hezbollah.
- The attack happened after Israel had avoided striking Beirut at President Donald Trump's request.
- Both Israel and Hezbollah accuse each other of breaking the ceasefire repeatedly.
- Thick smoke and damage were reported in Dahieh, a Shia neighborhood in Beirut and Hezbollah’s base there.
- Earlier strikes killed at least 11 people in the city of Tyre and its surroundings.
- The IDF warned residents near the Israeli border to evacuate, calling for "extreme force" in operations.
- Many displaced Lebanese people face difficulties finding shelter as evacuation orders cover a large part of southern Lebanon.
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