Overnight Israeli Strike Near Beirut Kills at Least 18, Including Children, and Wounds 60

BEIRUT — An overnight Israeli airstrike near Beirut has resulted in the deaths of at least 18 people, including four children, and left 60 others injured, according to Lebanon’s health ministry. The strike reportedly targeted an area south of the capital and caused significant damage to the largest hospital in the country, raising concerns about the impact on healthcare services amid ongoing regional tensions.

The attack adds to the escalating violence in the region, which has seen a surge in military actions in recent weeks. Local authorities and health officials are assessing the damage and mobilizing resources to aid the victims, as emergency services continue to respond to the aftermath of the strike.

The incident has sparked outrage in Lebanon and condemnation from various local and international organizations. Calls for accountability and an end to hostilities are growing louder as the humanitarian crisis deepens in the region.

As the situation unfolds, further details regarding the motivations behind the strike and its broader implications for regional security are expected to emerge.