Tensions between Israel and Lebanon escalated dramatically on Tuesday as a viral video showed an Israeli missile obliterating a residential building in Beirut. The incident has intensified global outrage amid ongoing clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group.
The missile struck a multi-story building in the Tayouneh neighborhood, adjacent to Horsh Beirut park, with the impact so powerful that it reduced the entire structure to dust within seconds. Footage of the destruction is circulating widely on social media, prompting widespread condemnation.
Reports indicate that, about 40 minutes before the missile attack, an Israeli military spokesperson issued a warning in Arabic via social media, advising residents in the southern suburbs of Beirut to evacuate two buildings in the area. Despite the alert, the destruction of the residential building has provoked anger and concerns over civilian safety.
Lebanese authorities and emergency services were quick to respond, rushing to the scene to assess the damage and assist those affected by the attack. The full extent of casualties or injuries is not yet known.
In response to the escalating violence, Hezbollah stated on Tuesday that no negotiations with Israel would take place while the conflict continued. The Iranian-backed group also claimed full responsibility for a drone attack on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s holiday home. Mohammad Afif, head of Hezbollah’s media office, confirmed the attack during a press conference in Beirut’s southern suburbs.
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