Israel Strikes Beirut After Rocket Attack by Hezbollah Kills 12 Children
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) carried out a targeted strike in southern Beirut, aiming at a Hezbollah commander who was responsible for a rocket attack in Golan Heights that killed 12 children. The IDF confirmed the strike in a post on X, stating that the commander was responsible for the attack at a football ground in Majdal Shams.
At least one woman was killed and several others were injured in the Israeli strike, according to Lebanese media. The casualties were transferred to three nearby hospitals, as reported by the Lebanese state news agency NNA. The attack was conducted by a drone that fired three missiles.
Israel Defence Minister Yoav Gallant stated that Hezbollah had ‘crossed the red line,’ referring to the rocket attack. This incident marks a significant escalation in tensions between Israel and the Iranian-backed militant group.
Meanwhile, the Iranian Embassy in Lebanon condemned the Israeli strike, calling it cowardly and sinful. The embassy’s statement on X expressed strong disapproval of the attack, which resulted in several casualties.
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Israel Defence Forces (IDF) -: The Israel Defence Forces, or IDF, is the military force of Israel. They protect the country and its people.
Beirut -: Beirut is the capital city of Lebanon, a country in the Middle East.
Hezbollah -: Hezbollah is a group in Lebanon that has its own fighters and is involved in politics. Some countries consider it a terrorist group.
Golan Heights -: The Golan Heights is a hilly area near Israel and Syria. It is often in the news because different countries claim it.
Iranian Embassy -: An embassy is a place where representatives of a country live and work in another country. The Iranian Embassy in Lebanon represents Iran in Lebanon.
