Israeli warplanes have launched massive airstrikes on the southern suburb of Dahiyeh in Beirut on Friday, resulting in loud explosions that reverberated across the city.
Hezbollah’s Al-Manar TV said more than 15 missiles struck the area at the same moment.
Thick plumes of smoke were visible rising from the sites of the strikes, which reportedly targeted at least four buildings.
This attack has raised concerns about potential high casualties among civilians.
The Israeli military characterized the operation as a “precise strike” aimed at the central headquarters of Hezbollah, located within densely populated civilian neighborhoods.
In a televised statement, Daniel Hagari of the Israeli military said this “central command center” was deeply embedded in residential areas.
Since dawn, at least 25 civilians have been reported killed due to Israeli airstrikes, with Lebanon’s Health Ministry indicating that nearly 700 people have lost their lives in the country this week alone.
