Israeli Airstrike Targets Hezbollah Leaders in Beirut
An Israeli airstrike targeted Hezbollah leaders in Beirut, causing significant damage to several buildings in the area. The strike may have targeted Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, who was believed to be present at the command center. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorized the strike, abruptly leaving a press briefing to return to Israel.
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Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, and Air Force Commander Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar were in Tel Aviv during the attack. Iran’s embassy in Lebanon condemned the strike as a dangerous escalation. Israeli officials informed the United States about the operation, denying any prior knowledge of the strike in Beirut.
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The strike follows a series of assassination attempts on high-profile Hezbollah commanders. Hezbollah announced the survival of one targeted official, Ali Karaki, suggesting internal conflict within the organization. The IDF has been actively pursuing top Hezbollah leaders, including missile expert Ibrahim Qubaisi and strategic advisor Fuad Shukr.