Several Israeli air attacks hit near Beirut’s airport overnight, causing explosions to rock the southern suburb of the Lebanese capital. The strikes, which occurred late Saturday into the early hours of Sunday, targeted areas near the Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Residents reported hearing loud blasts and seeing flames in the sky as Israeli warplanes carried out the airstrikes. The Israeli military had warned some residents of the area to evacuate prior to the attacks.
The Israeli military has not provided specific details on the targets of the airstrikes, but it is believed that they were aimed at Hezbollah positions in the southern suburb of Beirut. Hezbollah, a powerful Shia militant group based in Lebanon, is considered a major threat by Israel.
Tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have been escalating in recent months, with both sides exchanging threats and occasional clashes along the border. Israel has carried out numerous airstrikes in Syria, targeting Iranian and Hezbollah installations, in an effort to prevent the transfer of weapons and technology to the militant group.
The latest airstrikes near Beirut’s airport have raised concerns of further escalation in the region. Lebanese authorities have condemned the attacks, calling them a violation of international law and a threat to regional security.
The situation remains tense as both Israel and Hezbollah vow to retaliate against any further attacks. The international community is closely monitoring the situation and calling for restraint to prevent further violence and instability in the region.
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