Israel launches major airstrike on Beirut, claims to have killed Hezbollah commander

Lebanon News: Israel launched a major airstrike on Lebanon's capital Beirut this afternoon, increasing pressure on Hezbollah. According to two Lebanese security sources, a top Hezbollah commander has been killed in the attack in the southern suburbs of Beirut on Tuesday. Israel attacked Hezbollah-controlled areas for the second consecutive day, although it is not yet clear who Israel targeted. The Israeli military said in a statement that they had carried out a targeted attack in Beirut, but declined to provide detailed information.

Photos of attack on Ghobeiri area

The main target of the Israeli attack was the usually busy Ghobeiri area of ​​​​Beirut, where the upper floor of a five-story building has suffered severe damage. Security sources shared photos after the attack, in which this damage is clearly visible. With this attack, Israel has started a new series of air strikes on Hezbollah targets. The Israeli military says it will maintain pressure on the armed group as Hezbollah has also launched rocket attacks on Israel. The escalating tension has raised fears of an all-out war in the Middle East.

More than 500 deaths, attacks on Hezbollah to intensify

According to Lebanese officials, more than 500 people have died so far in Israeli attacks on Monday and Tuesday, including more than 50 children and about 100 women. Apart from this, more than 1600 people have been injured. Israel's military chief General Staff Herzi Halevi has made it clear that attacks against Hezbollah will be intensified. He said, "Sustained and intensive action is needed in all areas."

Global response and UN concern

UN human rights chief Volker Turk has appealed to all influential countries and leaders to prevent further escalation of tensions in Lebanon. White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan also said that a way can still be found to reduce tensions on the northern border between Israel and Lebanon. But given the current situation and increasing attacks, there is a danger of the situation getting worse.

Conclusion

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah is continuously deteriorating the peace situation in the Middle East. Hundreds of people have lost their lives and thousands have been injured due to this conflict. In the coming times, tensions between the two sides may increase even more, which will also affect global peace efforts.