Explosions Heard in Southern Suburbs Amid Heightened Tensions

Israeli airstrikes rocked southern Beirut on the night of October 5, 2024, with multiple explosions reported across the area. The strikes have led to significant damage, and residents in parts of Beirut have been ordered to evacuate. This escalation is part of a broader military operation as Israel plans its retaliation against Iran for its recent missile attack. Tensions continue to rise as Israeli operations extend to Lebanon and Gaza. Meanwhile, Hezbollah’s senior leadership has lost contact with key figures, and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has criticized France’s call for an arms embargo, branding President Macron’s stance as a “disgrace.”