Author: Madjid Zerrouky
Beirut was struck by chaos and two loud explosions on a Thursday evening, shattering the usual routine of bombings in the city. The heart of Beirut was invaded by war as the Israeli air force targeted a densely populated neighborhood, resulting in 22 deaths and 120 wounded. The reckless actions of the air force showed a blatant disregard for the lives of the residents in the area. In the aftermath of the strike, people inspect the damage at the site of an Israeli strike, in Beirut, Lebanon, October 11, 2024.MOHAMED AZAKIR/ REUTERS The primary target of these strikes was Wafiq…
An oil storage tank fire, the day after Israeli strikes on the Houthi-held city of Hodeida in Yemen, July 21, 2024. AFP A massive inferno blazed through the port of Hodeida in Yemen, following Israeli airstrikes on July 20. The attack targeted key economic assets of the Houthi rebels in retaliation for a deadly drone strike in Tel Aviv. The strikes on the strategic port were a first for Israel in the Arabian Peninsula, sparking tensions in the region. ‘Strong’ condemnation from Iran The airstrikes resulted in casualties and drew condemnation from Iran, a supporter of the Houthi group. In…