An Israeli fighter jets’ bombardment targeted the southern suburbs of Beirut, with strikes reportedly aiming at Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah. Israel said it was attacking Hezbollah’s headquarters, while reports suggested Nasrallah was the target.
The strikes, the fiercest since the 2006 war, led to mass evacuations in Beirut. The Israeli army claimed to have killed key Hezbollah officials and vowed to continue until their border with Lebanon was secure.
Nasrallah, rarely seen in public, was reportedly targeted in the strikes. Despite the chaos, he remains a revered figure among his supporters. The UN condemned the escalating violence, with fears of a wider conflict looming.
Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed to continue fighting until victory was achieved. Efforts for a ceasefire have so far failed, with concerns mounting for civilians caught in the crossfire. The situation remains tense, with both sides showing no signs of backing down.