Beirut, Lebanon – Israeli fighter jets conducted a series of airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut overnight on September 28, 2024, targeting the headquarters of Hezbollah. These strikes, part of a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, have led to widespread panic among residents and increased the death toll in Lebanon to approximately 700.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced the continuation of strikes aimed at Hezbollah positions, specifically in the eastern Beqaa region. In an official statement, the IDF confirmed, “The military is currently striking terror targets belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization.” This latest wave of attacks follows intense bombardments on Hezbollah strongholds in Beirut, which reportedly involved multiple massive explosions.

According to U.S. officials, the primary target of the airstrikes was Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. The strikes resulted in substantial destruction, leveling several high-rise apartment buildings in the area. Eyewitness accounts describe the chaos and devastation following the explosions, as families fled in panic amid the destruction.

The recent violence has had devastating humanitarian consequences, displacing thousands of Lebanese citizens. As the conflict escalates, international attention is turning to the ongoing situation, with European, Arab, and Islamic nations launching initiatives aimed at bolstering support for a Palestinian state and its institutions. Norway’s foreign minister emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to address the aftermath of the conflict in Gaza and the escalating tensions in Lebanon.

As the situation continues to develop, the global community is closely monitoring the actions of both Israel and Hezbollah, with calls for de-escalation and renewed efforts toward peace.

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