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Over 20 Israeli Airstrikes Pound Beirut, Hezbollah Command Targeted as Residents Flee
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Published on 09/29/2024

BEIRUT, Sept 28 —  a major escalation, Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut’s southern suburbs early Saturday, targeting Hezbollah's command center, with over 20 strikes reportedly aimed at top officials, including leader Hassan Nasrallah. Thousands of residents fled downtown Beirut amid fears of further strikes. Israel hasn't confirmed targeting Nasrallah, but a senior official suggested high-ranking Hezbollah commanders were the focus. The raid followed Israeli PM Netanyahu's UN address defending continued action against Hezbollah. Lebanon has reported six deaths and 91 injuries from earlier strikes, with the toll expected to rise. The ongoing conflict has displaced over 100,000 people in Lebanon.

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