Israeli Strike in Beirut Kills Top Hezbollah Spokesman Amid Tensions
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An Israeli airstrike in central Beirut killed Hezbollah's chief spokesman, Mohammed Afif, amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The strike, which targeted the Arab socialist Baath party's office, occurred without prior evacuation warnings, resulting in multiple casualties. This escalation follows a year-long war between Israel and Hamas, with significant casualties on both sides. Meanwhile, Israeli police arrested three suspects after flares were fired at Prime Minister Netanyahu's residence, amid domestic unrest and calls for judicial reforms.
- A rare Israeli strike on central Beirut kills Hezbollah's spokesman, official says NPR
- Israeli strike reportedly kills Hezbollah spokesperson as group prepares response to fresh ceasefire proposal CNN
- Blast Hits Central Beirut for First Time in Weeks The New York Times
- Live Briefing: Top Hezbollah spokesman killed; Israeli attack kills 70 in north Gaza, official says The Washington Post
- Israel's strategy in Lebanon is choking Hezbollah into submission - analysis The Jerusalem Post
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