Israeli airstrike hits Beirut; fears rise over fragile truce
The Israeli army conducted a nighttime attack on the southern suburbs of Beirut, targeting a "Hezbollah terrorist." The raid resulted in three fatalities and seven injuries.
What do you need to know?
- When and where did the attack occur? The Israeli army attacked the southern suburbs of Beirut overnight from Monday to Tuesday.
- What was the aim of the attack? The target was a "Hezbollah terrorist," who was said to be directing Hamas activities and planning an attack on Israeli civilians.
- What are the consequences of the attack? Lebanon's Ministry of Health reported three fatalities and seven injuries.
Why did Israel attack Beirut?
The Israeli army conducted an airstrike on the southern suburbs of Beirut. Witnesses reported seeing airplanes flying low over the city, shortly before the explosions.
As stated in the Israeli communiqué, an unnamed militant "recently directed Hamas operatives and assisted them in planning a significant and imminent terror attack against Israeli civilians."
What about the truce?
Lebanon's Ministry of Health reported that the attack resulted in three fatalities and seven injuries.
This is the second attack on Beirut in a short time, raising questions about the future of the truce between Israel and Hezbollah.
