Hezbollah Commander Killed in Israeli Airstrike

In a targeted Israeli airstrike in Beirut, Hezbollah's high-ranking military commander Ibrahim Akil was killed, according to sources within the militia. Akil, who led the elite Radwan unit, was one of the most senior figures in the pro-Iranian group.

The attack in southern Beirut also resulted in at least three other deaths and 17 injuries. This strike follows heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, marked by a series of explosive incidents involving the militia's communication devices, leading to significant casualties.

The Israeli military confirmed the airstrike but did not detail the nature of the attack. Hezbollah's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, has accused Israel of responsibility for recent explosions and vowed retaliation.

Israel continues its offensive, targeting Hezbollah rocket launchers and military infrastructure in Lebanon, while Hezbollah has responded with a barrage of rockets. The ongoing conflict has displaced tens of thousands on both sides, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.

International bodies, including the UN, have expressed concerns about the potential for a broader regional conflict and have called for restraint from all parties involved.