Israel tries to assassinate Hezbollah's top military commander in Beirut
Summary
The Israeli Air Force struck a building in Beirut as an attempt to assassinate Hezbollah's military commander, Haytham Ali Tabatabai. This action is part of Israel's efforts to combat Hezbollah's military buildup in Lebanon. The U.S. was informed about the strike only after it happened.Key Facts
- Israel's airstrike targeted Hezbollah commander Haytham Ali Tabatabai in Beirut.
- This is the first Israeli strike in Beirut in five months.
- The strike is part of ongoing Israeli actions against Hezbollah's military activities.
- Israel claims Tabatabai opposed Lebanon's decision to disarm Hezbollah.
- The Israeli Prime Minister said the defense minister and military leaders recommended the strike.
- The strike damaged a 10-floor building in a Hezbollah area of Beirut, killing one person.
- The U.S. was not informed of the strike beforehand but knew of planned escalations.
- The U.S. has wanted Tabatabai for years and offered a reward for information on him.
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