Photo : Travelers rush to leave Beirut as tensions in the region escalate
Beirut airport was bustling with long queues of travelers eager to depart Lebanon after France, the US, and the UK issued warnings to their citizens due to heightened regional tensions. Hezbollah launched Katyusha rockets at Israel overnight, while Yemen’s Houthi rebels targeted a container ship in the Gulf of Aden.
Here is a summary of the current events:
Travelers lined up at Beirut airport following advisories from France, the US, UK, and other nations, urging their citizens to leave Lebanon promptly amidst escalating tensions.
Hezbollah claimed responsibility for launching rockets at Israel, resulting in civilian casualties. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes in Gaza have led to numerous deaths and injuries.
The conflict has also escalated with drone attacks on Israel and threats of retaliation from Iran-backed militias. The situation remains tense as regional powers engage in deadly exchanges.
Amidst the chaos, international leaders and military officials are closely monitoring the situation, with the US, Iran, and Russia involved in discussions to address the escalating tensions in the region.
As the crisis unfolds, the world waits with bated breath, hoping for a peaceful resolution to the conflict that has claimed countless lives and threatens to ignite a broader regional war.
Source: AFP/ France 24/ AP