An airstrike has struck Beirut’s southern suburbs, according to footage verified by AFP, shortly after Israel issued a warning urging residents to evacuate the area.
The strike targeted a district widely regarded as a stronghold of Hezbollah and marks the first reported attack on the southern outskirts of the Lebanese capital since Friday. The area has seen a significant reduction in civilian presence in recent weeks, following a series of intensified Israeli operations beginning in early March.
Live images captured from the scene showed dense plumes of smoke rising above the affected neighbourhoods, indicating the scale of the impact. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage assessments.
The latest development underscores the continuing volatility along Israel’s northern front, where cross-border hostilities with Hezbollah have escalated into more frequent and targeted strikes. Israeli authorities have repeatedly issued advance warnings ahead of operations in areas believed to house militant infrastructure.
The southern suburbs of Beirut have long been considered strategically significant due to Hezbollah’s presence, making them a focal point in the broader regional confrontation.
This latest strike adds to mounting concerns about the potential for further escalation in Lebanon, as military activity continues to expand beyond border areas into more densely populated urban zones.
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