Israeli strikes on a central Beirut medical center have resulted in the deaths of at least six people, marking the deadliest day for Israel’s military on the Lebanese front in a year. The attack targeted a medical center linked to Hezbollah and was the second airstrike on central Beirut in the week. The Israel Defense Forces issued evacuation warnings prior to the attack, which also hit the southern suburb of Dahiyeh.
Lebanese health officials reported a total of 46 people killed in Israeli attacks in the past 24 hours, with over 1,000 casualties in the past two weeks. In response to Iran’s missile attack, the US president stated that he would not support an Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear sites. The wider region awaits Israel’s response, while Hezbollah continues to maintain a defiant tone.
Furthermore, the Lebanese ambassador to the UK claimed that Hezbollah’s leadership had agreed to a ceasefire shortly before the assassination of leader Hassan Nasrallah by Israel. The Emir of Qatar accused Israel of carrying out a “collective genocide” in the region and called for a ceasefire to stop the aggression against Lebanon. Yemen’s Houthis targeted Tel Aviv with drones, and the Gulf states face a dilemma as the conflict escalates.
The conflict has led to significant casualties and destruction in Gaza, with over 70 people killed in Israeli attacks. The UN has condemned Iran’s missile attack on Israel, while the region braces for further escalation and potential retaliation. The situation remains volatile as international efforts to achieve a ceasefire and halt the violence continue.
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