Live Update: Israeli Military Conducts Airstrike in Beirut Amid Middle East Crisis, Claims Iran

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has confirmed that they are carrying out a “targeted” airstrike in Beirut, with more details to follow. This comes as three large explosions were reported from Beirut’s southern suburb, leading to the death of 46 people and injuring 85 in the past 24 hours. Among the casualties is the son-in-law of Hassan Nasrallah, the head of Hezbollah, who was killed in a massive Israeli strike in Beirut last week. The Israeli airstrikes in Damascus have also resulted in casualties, including two Lebanese victims, in an apartment building in Al Mazzeh. Lebanon is seeking to enforce a UN security council resolution to disarm armed groups and strengthen the national army to end the conflict with Israel. There are concerns about Iranian involvement and the safety of Hezbollah’s leadership amid escalating tensions. Additionally, the UN has expressed dissatisfaction with Israel’s decision to ban Secretary-General António Guterres from entering the country. They are preparing for a second round of polio vaccinations in Gaza and have acknowledged Iran’s missile attack on Israel in retaliation for recent events. The situation highlights the complex political dynamics in the Middle East and the ongoing conflict between Israel, Lebanon, and Iran.

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