Hezbollah Commander Killed in Israeli Airstrike in Beirut: Growing Fears of Middle East War

An Israeli airstrike in southern Beirut killed Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Qubaisi, escalating fears of a broader conflict in the Middle East. The attack, which killed six, highlights mounting tensions as Israel targets Hezbollah following a year-long war with Hamas. Calls for diplomacy are increasing amid rising casualties and regional instability.

In a severe escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, an Israeli airstrike targeted Beirut's southern suburbs on Tuesday, killing leading Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Qubaisi, according to Lebanese security sources. The attack killed six individuals, compounding recent setbacks for the Iran-backed group in its ongoing conflict with Israel.

The strike underscores fears that the already volatile situation may spiral into full-scale war. Nearly a year of conflict with Hamas in Gaza has seen Israel shift its focus northward, confronting Hezbollah's rocket attacks. The latest assault resulted in six deaths and fifteen injuries, according to the Lebanese health ministry.

This comes after a Monday airstrike that resulted in over 500 casualties, including significant civilian tolls. Israel's relentless military actions have left Lebanon on edge, rekindling memories of the devastating 2006 conflict. Calls for diplomatic resolution are mounting, with global leaders urging for de-escalation to prevent further regional destabilization.

(With inputs from agencies.)