Israel launched fresh airstrikes on Beirut overnight, targeting the southern suburbs. The attacks, part of a wider assault, resulted in thick clouds of smoke rising over the city. Hezbollah reported clashes with Israeli soldiers near the border, while Hamas leader Saeed Atallah and three others were killed in an Israeli strike in Tripoli.
In Lebanon, at least four hospitals suspended work amidst the ongoing bombardment, and over 300,000 people have fled to Syria. The death toll in Lebanon has reached over 2,000, with most casualties occurring in the past two weeks. In Gaza, 41,802 people have been killed and many more injured in Israeli attacks over the past year. Israeli military strikes continued across Gaza on Friday, resulting in multiple casualties. Hezbollah also launched rockets at northern Israel, prompting Israeli retaliation.
Iran’s supreme leader vowed to support Hezbollah and Hamas, while US President Biden expressed concern over Netanyahu’s influence on the Middle East peace process. Israeli soldiers conducted raids in the West Bank, resulting in the detention of over 24 people. Funerals were held for those killed in an Israeli airstrike in Tulkarm, which was condemned by the Palestinian Authority and the UN. US forces conducted airstrikes in Yemen targeting Houthi rebels.
The last UK-chartered flight for British nationals to leave Lebanon will depart on Sunday, with over 250 already evacuated. South Korea also evacuated citizens from Lebanon. The situation in the Middle East remains dire, with ongoing conflict and escalating violence.
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New Developments in the Middle East Crisis: Israel Conducts New Attacks on Beirut as Tensions Rise with Hezbollah Along Lebanese Border | Coverage Live from Israel
