The Israeli military has reported carrying out a precise strike on the central headquarters of Hezbollah in Beirut. The strike resulted in a massive explosion that sent clouds of orange and black smoke billowing in the skies over the Lebanese capital. The Israeli army's spokesman announced the strike in a televised address following the incident.
Shortly after the strike, a series of intense Israeli airstrikes hit a heavily-populated southern suburb of Beirut, causing blasts that were heard throughout the city. The target of these airstrikes was not immediately clear, but thick black smoke was seen rising from the area, causing panic among residents.
The powerful explosion rattled windows and shook houses as far as 30 kilometers north of Beirut. Ambulances rushed to the scene as sirens wailed, indicating the severity of the situation.
These strikes come amidst escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with Israel intensifying its airstrikes in Lebanon in an effort to halt Hezbollah's attacks on its territory. The Israeli Prime Minister addressed the U.N. earlier in the day, emphasizing Israel's determination to degrade Hezbollah until its goals along the Lebanon border are achieved.
Lebanon is now facing a rising death toll, with over 720 people killed this week alone, including women and children. The fear of a full-scale war between Israel and Hezbollah looms large, with Lebanon bracing for potential devastation similar to past conflicts in the region.
As the situation continues to unfold, both sides are engaged in a cycle of violence, with Israel targeting Hezbollah rocket launchers and infrastructure, while Hezbollah retaliates with rocket fire towards Israeli cities. The possibility of a ground invasion by Israel remains on the table, further escalating tensions in the region.
