Escalating Israeli Strikes Devastate Beirut Amid Ceasefire Talks
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Israeli airstrikes have caused significant destruction in southern Beirut, targeting Hezbollah strongholds amid escalating hostilities. The attacks follow Hezbollah's barrage of 250 projectiles into Israel, intensifying the conflict that has resulted in over 3,750 deaths in Lebanon since October 2023. The violence has led to school closures in Beirut and surrounding areas, while international calls for a truce continue. Lebanon accuses Israel of increasing bombardments to pressure for concessions in ceasefire talks.
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