A series of Israeli strikes on south Beirut caused “massive destruction” and razed four buildings on Tuesday, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA). The latest strikes hit several south Beirut neighborhoods, causing adjacent residential buildings to collapse in the Burj al-Barajneh area. The ongoing airstrikes have led to significant damage in the Lebanese capital’s southern suburbs.
Meanwhile, the conflict between Israel and Gaza continues to escalate. Al Jazeera reported that an Israeli airstrike on a hospital in Gaza left one of their cameramen critically injured. There have also been reports of new Israeli airstrikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs, targeting Hezbollah strongholds.
Veteran journalist Bob Woodward’s new book, War, sheds light on President Joe Biden’s disagreements with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, revealing Biden’s frustrations with Netanyahu’s handling of the conflict. The book also delves into Hezbollah’s leadership succession following the death of Hassan Nasrallah and reveals that the group’s military capabilities remain intact despite heavy Israeli attacks.
Efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the region are ongoing, with US Vice President Kamala Harris urging for an immediate end to the conflict. However, Hezbollah has warned of intensifying attacks on Israel if the airstrikes continue.
The situation in the Middle East remains dire, with escalating violence in Lebanon and Gaza. The UN Secretary-General has expressed concerns about Lebanon being on the verge of “an all-out war” and Gaza being in a “death spiral”. The conflict shows no signs of abating, with continued airstrikes and ground fighting causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
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