Israeli Air Strike Targets Hezbollah Commander in Beirut
Following a cross-border rocket attack that killed 12 children and teenagers, the Israeli military retaliated with an air strike targeting a senior Hezbollah commander in Beirut’s southern suburbs. The strike resulted in a loud blast and plume of smoke in the Hezbollah stronghold. Lebanon’s state-run news agency reported the target as Hezbollah’s Shura Council area in the Haret Hreik neighborhood.
Amid escalating tensions, concerns about further escalation between Hezbollah and Israel have arisen. Diplomatic efforts are underway to prevent a wider confrontation. The recent exchanges of fire have mainly taken place in the frontier region, with both sides showing reluctance towards a larger conflict.
Despite the volatile situation, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed hope that a full-scale fight could be avoided. The background of ongoing hostilities dates back to the Gaza war in October, with sporadic attacks between Hezbollah and Israel raising fears of a slide towards war.
Stay updated for more developments on this unfolding situation.