The death toll from Israeli airstrikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs has risen to 45 people, including women, children, and a senior Hezbollah official, as cross-border hostilities between Israel and the Lebanese militant group intensify.
What Happened?
Two strikes targeted a nine-story building in the Da’ahia district, a Hezbollah stronghold, where Israeli forces claimed high-ranking commanders were meeting. Among the dead was Ibrahim Aqil, a key figure in the group, with at least 16 Hezbollah members confirmed killed.
Why It Matters
The escalation marks one of the deadliest days in months of simmering tensions, raising fears of a broader regional conflict. Civilians, including families, were caught in the crossfire—a tragic reminder of the human cost of war.
Israeli officials defended the strikes as “targeted operations” against Hezbollah’s leadership, but the fallout underscores how quickly such actions spiral. With global powers urging restraint, the world watches to see if diplomacy can douse the flames.
