Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Beirut After Senior Commander’s Killing

Israel launched a series of airstrikes on Hezbollah positions in the southern suburbs of Beirut on Tuesday, targeting what it described as command centers linked to the Iran-backed group. The attacks came hours after the assassination of senior Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr, sharply escalating tensions between Israel and the Lebanese militant movement.

Residents reported powerful explosions and large fires across the densely populated area, where Hezbollah maintains a strong presence. Lebanese health officials said at least five people were killed and dozens more were wounded in the strikes, though the full extent of the damage was still being assessed.

The Israeli military said the operation was aimed at military infrastructure used by Hezbollah, which has been exchanging fire with Israeli forces along the Lebanon-Israel border for months. The latest strikes mark one of the most significant escalations in the conflict and raise concerns about a broader regional confrontation.

Hezbollah has vowed to retaliate for Shukr’s killing, increasing fears of further violence in the coming days. The situation remains highly volatile as both sides signal they are prepared for additional attacks.