On October 11, 2024, Beirut was rocked by a series of Israeli airstrikes, leaving 22 people dead and many others injured. The strikes, aimed at Hezbollah targets, hit a densely populated area, causing widespread destruction. Witnesses described hearing a deafening roar before a massive explosion shook the city. As rescue teams worked to pull survivors from the rubble, the death toll continued to rise.
Residents of Beirut are reeling from the violence, with many accusing Israel of indiscriminately targeting civilians. The strikes are part of a larger escalation in tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with both sides exchanging heavy fire over the past few weeks. The situation has drawn international condemnation, with both the US and UK calling for restraint and urging both sides to de-escalate the conflict.
The attack has deepened fears of a broader conflict in the region, as the political and humanitarian crisis in Lebanon worsens. As the dust settles, families mourn the loss of loved ones and brace for the possibility of further violence(
