Beirut Archives

Israeli Military Escalates Conflict with Strikes in Beirut and Northern Gaza, Tensions Rise

Beirut, Lebanon — In a significant escalation of hostilities, Israeli forces launched a new series of airstrikes on Beirut, while also targeting the northern part of Gaza City with a series of deadly attacks. These renewed strikes marked an intensification in a conflict that has seen a disturbing rise in civilian casualties and displacement. The attacks on Beirut disrupted what had been a tense yet relatively calm period in the Lebanese capital. Rescue operations were …

U.S. Denounces Attack on UN Peacekeepers in Beirut, Commends Lebanese Forces’ Response

Beirut, Lebanon – The United States has formally denounced the recent assault on a United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) convoy in Beirut, attributing the violence to proponents of the Shiite militant group Hezbollah. The attack left several peacekeepers injured. U.S. officials praised the Lebanese Armed Forces for their prompt intervention which prevented further escalation of violence. They also acknowledged the Lebanese government’s pledge to pursue legal action against those responsible for the attack. …

UN Convoy Attacked Near Beirut Amid Clashes Over Blocked Iranian Flight, Global Leaders Voice Concern

Beirut, Lebanon – A UN peacekeeping convoy was ambushed by supporters of a local terror group near Beirut airport on Tuesday, amidst escalating tensions in Lebanon due to the country’s decision to obstruct an Iranian flight suspected of transporting financial aid to Hezbollah. The unrest underscores a deepening crisis within the region as international bodies, including the United Nations and the U.S. government, have issued condemnations of the violent outbreak. The targeted convoy was part …

Israel Intensifies Military Strikes, Over 40 Fatalities in Gaza, Expands Airstrikes to Beirut

Jerusalem, Israel — In a series of escalating military operations, Israel has intensified its attacks across several locations, including more than 40 fatalities reported in Gaza following recent airstrikes. Concurrently, additional air raids were carried out targeting positions in Beirut, exacerbating tensions in the region. The surge in violence follows a period of relative calm, shattered by mounting confrontations between Israeli forces and various factions. The attacks on Gaza were reportedly in response to earlier …

Beirut in Turmoil: Residents Flee Amid Explosions Following Israel’s Strikes on Hezbollah-Linked Financial Sites

Beirut, Lebanon – On Sunday evening, Beirut experienced a series of explosions after Israel declared its intention to strike at financial hubs linked to Hezbollah, heightening tensions in a city already braced for conflict. The attacks commenced in the southern suburbs of Beirut around an hour following Israel’s announcement, targeting locations associated with Hezbollah’s financial activities, according to an Israeli military spokesman. The spokesperson stated that evacuation warnings were issued for specific areas of Beirut, …

Beirut Under Fire: Explosions Shake City as Israel Targets Hezbollah Sites Amid Escalating Tensions

Beirut, Lebanon — Beirut witnessed a series of explosions after Israel issued warnings of potential strikes targeting Hezbollah’s financial operations. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) detailed plans for targeting a significant number of sites linked to Hezbollah’s al Qard al Hassan financial arm, responsible for funding its operatives and acquiring arms. The warnings specifically mentioned areas in southern Beirut and eastern Bekaa Valley, with additional strikes anticipated throughout Lebanon. The IDF identified one explosion near …

Israel Escalates Military Operation, Strikes 120 Targets in Lebanon, Including Beirut

Beirut, Lebanon – Israel has conducted widespread airstrikes on 120 locations in southern Lebanon, significantly intensifying its military operations across various parts of the country, including Beirut. These operations targeted Hezbollah, marking a stark escalation in conflict dynamics within the region. The military action unfolded within a brief span, pointing to a meticulously organized strike. Authorities claim that these strikes were a direct response to emerging threats from Hezbollah factions based in Lebanon. The focus …

Explosive Night in Beirut: Series of Blasts Rock the City Following Intense Airstrikes

Beirut, Lebanon – Late Sunday and into the early hours of Monday, Beirut experienced a series of powerful explosions that reverberated through the city, marking the most intense attacks on the southern suburbs, or Dahiyeh, since an escalated air campaign began on September 23. The Dahiyeh, known as a stronghold for Hezbollah, has been under increasing pressure from these air strikes, which have intensified over recent weeks. Residents were jarred by the late-night bombings, which …

Beirut Sky Alight: Over 30 Israeli Air Strikes Target Hezbollah Strongholds in Fierce Overnight Bombardment

Beirut, Lebanon — Intense airstrikes executed by Israeli warplanes targeted the southern suburbs of Beirut late Saturday into early Sunday, marking what local reports have described as the severest escalation in the region since the conflict’s expansion last month. These aerial assaults have intensified the ongoing strife between Israel and Hezbollah, the Lebanon-based militant group. During the overnight raids, more than 30 airstrikes caused significant explosions near Beirut, including one that resulted in a towering …

Night Sky Ablaze: Israel Intensifies Aerial Bombardment Over Beirut Amid Escalating Tensions

Beirut, Lebanon — The Beirut skyline erupted in flashes and booms late into the night as Israel intensified its aerial assaults across Lebanon. Residents reported hearing a series of powerful blasts shortly before midnight on Thursday, just after Israeli forces had urged evacuation from specific neighborhoods and buildings considered targets. The escalation follows a period of heightened tension in the region, underpinned by an intricate history of conflict. Israel’s military strategy, according to defense analysts, …