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Israel targets Hezbollah HQ in Beirut as border clashes continue

Israel's military said Thursday it had hit Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters in the Lebanese capital of Beirut, as its troops battled militants near the border and warplanes bombarded their strongholds around the country. The strike came after the Lebanese health minister said that at least 1,974 people had been killed in…

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IDF Issues Evacuation Orders For Buildings Near Hezbollah Facilities

IDF issues evacuation orders for 5 buildings in Beirut's Dahiyeh area due to proximity to Hezbollah facilities.

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Beirut's Bachoura Neighborhood Hit In Early Morning Strike

A strike in Beirut's Bachoura neighborhood highlights ongoing tensions and the need for peace and stability in the region.

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Deadly Strike Hits Central Beirut, 2 Killed, 11 Injured

A strike in central Beirut results in casualties, highlighting the devastating impact of violence and the need for support and solidarity in the community.

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Explosions And Smoke Reported In Beirut

Recent explosions in Beirut prompt authorities to investigate, urging residents to stay vigilant for safety.

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UK begins evacuating citizens from Lebanon as Israel’s offensive continues

First charter flight has left Beirut, says David Lammy, with officials planning ‘sea and air’ rescues if situation worsens

The Guardian - UK

‘We will resist’: defiance amid destruction in Beirut’s deserted suburbs

Almost everyone from the Lebanese capital’s southern districts has fled, leaving behind empty streets and bombed-out buildings

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Timeline: The key moments that led to Iran’s missile attacks on Israel

Over the past year, escalations have raised concerns over an expanding war in the Middle East.

Al Jazeera

Middle East crisis: On the streets of Beirut, long-suffering Lebanese see a bleak future

Across Lebanon’s war-torn history, this is the biggest ever internal displacement crisis the country has ever seen

Evening Standard

‘We are all the same’: Lebanese come together to feed those forced to flee

As the number of people forced from their homes by Israeli attacks grows, communities are stepping in to help.

Al Jazeera

UK forces ‘played their part’ defending Israel from Iranian missile barrage as Netanyahu vows revenge

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says he is ‘deeply concerned that the region is on the brink’

Evening Standard

Watch live: Smoke rises in Lebanon as Israel vows Iran will ‘pay a price’ for missiles

Watch a live feed overlooking Beirut's skyline after Israel renewed its bombardment early on Wednesday, 2 October, of the city's southern suburbs.

The Independent UK

Israel Defense Forces Strike Hezbollah Targets In Beirut Suburbs

IDF strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut prompt evacuations. Conflict in Lebanon displaces thousands.

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Gulf states call on international community to fulfil responsibilities in the region – as it happened

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Israel Defense Forces Strike Hezbollah Targets In Beirut

Ongoing military strikes by IDF targeting Hezbollah locations in Beirut's southern suburbs prompt evacuations and add to Lebanon's refugee crisis.

France 24

Israel says eight of its soldiers killed in clashes with Hezbollah in south Lebanon

Israel said eight of its soldiers died on Wednesday in clashes with Hezbollah in south Lebanon. Tensions in the Middle East spiralled in the past 48 hours after Israel began what it describes as a "limited, localised and targeted" ground operation in Lebanon and Iran responded by firing at least…

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Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets In Beirut

Israel's military strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut amid regional tensions. International community monitoring for stability.

Al Jazeera

Israeli forces step up attacks across Lebanon after ‘limited’ ground raids

Israel says it killed a commander of the Imam Hussein division in Beirut as Iran launches missiles at Israel.

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'Easy' choice: Hezbollah’s likely new leader is Nasrallah's cousin, Hashem Safieddine

Just like his cousin Hassan Nasrallah – killed in a massive Israeli air raid on Hezbollah’s headquarters in the outskirts of southern Beirut on September 27 – Hashem Safieddine wears a black turban, a prestigious Shiite symbol marking him out as a descendant of the Prophet Mohammed. Safieddine, described by…

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Celebrations In Beirut And Gaza As Iran Attacks Israel

Celebratory scenes in Beirut and Gaza over Iran's missile attack on Israel raise tensions in the Middle East.

The Independent UK

Israel invades Lebanon and Iran retaliates in major escalation of regional conflict

About 200 ballistic missiles fired towards cities in Israel as the IDF invades southern Lebanon

Al Jazeera

Israel’s war on Lebanon triggers unprecedented displacement crisis

Civilians have fled Israel’s relentless bombing and looming invasion, triggering a humanitarian catastrophe.

The Guardian - UK

War risks reigniting tensions between Lebanon’s kaleidoscope of communities

If Hezbollah is substantially diminished, there could be an opportunity to rebalance power in the country

Al Jazeera

How does Hezbollah function – and what arsenal does it have?

A simple guide to the Lebanese armed group which also enjoys significant political power.

The Conversation

Israel has invaded Lebanon six times in the past 50 years – a timeline of events

Israel has launched its sixth incursion into Lebanese territory since 1978. Here’s a timeline of how this seemingly unending conflict has evolved.

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