Israeli strikes in central Beirut resulted in 22 deaths and over 100 injuries, with a failed assassination attempt on Hezbollah official Wafiq Safa. The strikes targeted a residential area not typically targeted by Israel, leading to a high number of casualties. The attacks come in the midst of heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with previous high-ranking officials being killed.
Despite warnings from the Israeli military, civilians bore the brunt of the strikes, with a family of eight among the casualties. The strikes also impacted UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, leading to injuries and calls for relocation. The conflict shows no signs of abating, with both sides escalating their actions.
The ongoing conflict highlights the volatile situation in the Middle East, with fears of further escalation. The toll on civilians continues to rise, with casualties on both sides. The international community watches closely, hoping for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.