Escalating Conflict: Israel Intensifies Airstrikes on Lebanon

Israel's airforce conducted airstrikes in Beirut's southern suburb overnight, destroying many buildings. In addition to escalating attacks in Baalbek and southern Lebanon, international mediators are attempting to end the conflict. Lebanon reports 2,800 deaths since hostilities intensified, while the Gaza war toll exceeds 43,000 according to Palestinian sources.

BEIRUT — Overnight airstrikes by Israel's air force devastated Beirut's southern suburb, Dahiyeh, obliterating multiple buildings, according to Lebanon's National News Agency on Friday.

No casualties were immediately reported, as the assault followed recent intensified strikes on Baalbek, southern Lebanon, and other regions.

Amid the escalating conflict, international mediators have intensified efforts to quell hostilities in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, circulating new proposals. Lebanon's Health Ministry reported over 2,800 deaths and 13,000 injuries since October 8, 2023. Meanwhile, the Gaza war death toll surpassed 43,000, following an attack by Hamas-led militants on October 7, 2023.

(With inputs from agencies.)