Israeli media reports suggest that the target of the recent Israeli airstrikes in the southern suburbs of Beirut was Hachem Safieddine, the presumed successor of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. The strikes, which occurred late Friday night, were said to have similarities to the explosions that killed Nasrallah. Safieddine, the head of Hezbollah’s executive council, was considered the most likely candidate to replace Nasrallah after his death. Israel reportedly used 2000-lb bunker buster bombs in the strikes, leaving deep craters in the area.
This latest attack comes in the midst of ongoing violence in the region, with Israeli attacks escalating in Lebanon and Gaza. The strikes have resulted in numerous casualties, including civilians, and have targeted key Hezbollah leadership figures, as well as Hamas leaders. The situation has raised concerns about the possibility of an all-out war in the Middle East.
Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is set to give a rare public sermon that could provide insight into Iran’s plans following the recent attacks. The international community, including the US, is closely monitoring the situation and working to prevent further escalation.
The attacks in Beirut highlight the longstanding tensions in the region, with Israel targeting key figures in Hezbollah and escalating conflict with Palestinian groups. The ongoing violence has led to significant casualties and displacement of civilians, raising concerns about the long-term impact on the stability of the region.
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