Breaking News: Israeli Strikes Hit South Beirut
Official Lebanese media reported four Israeli strikes on south Beirut Sunday, shortly after calls by Israel’s army for residents to evacuate the Hezbollah stronghold which has been bombarded for several days.
Dramatic Strikes Hit Southern Beirut
- Location: Saint Therese area and Burj al-Barajneh area targeted
- Intensity: Two additional strikes reported, one described as "violent"
- Impact: Windows shook, loud explosions heard by reporters
Israeli Military Targets Hezbollah
- Statement: IDF struck Hezbollah terrorist targets and weapons storage facilities in Beirut
- Specific Targets: Hezbollah’s intelligence headquarters and weapons storage facilities hit
- Secondary Explosions: Indicate presence of weaponry
Urgent Warning to Residents
- Israel Military Spokesman: Urgent warning issued to residents of southern suburb of Burj al-Barajneh and Hadath
- Reasoning: Residents located near Hezbollah facilities and interests
- Future Operations: IDF to operate against these areas in the near future
Escalating Tensions
- Recent Strikes: More than 30 strikes on the southern suburbs in intense barrage
- Casualties: Over 1,110 people killed, one million forced to flee their homes
- Recent Events: Israel killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in south Beirut
The situation in south Beirut is escalating rapidly, with Israeli strikes targeting Hezbollah strongholds and causing significant damage. Residents are being urged to evacuate as tensions between Israel and Lebanon continue to rise. The ongoing conflict between the two sides has resulted in numerous casualties and forced many people to flee their homes. It is crucial to monitor the developments in this region closely as the impact of these strikes reverberates throughout the area.