The Latest Breaking News from Beirut

Israel says it killed a commander of the Imam Hussein division in Beirut as Iran launches missiles at Israel.

Just like his cousin Hassan Nasrallah – killed in a massive Israeli air raid on Hezbollah’s headquarters in the outskirts of southern Beirut on September 27 – Hashem Safieddine wears a black turban, a prestigious Shiite symbol marking him out as a descendant of the Prophet Mohammed. Safieddine, described by…

A simple guide to the Lebanese armed group which also enjoys significant political power.

Israel has launched its sixth incursion into Lebanese territory since 1978. Here’s a timeline of how this seemingly unending conflict has evolved.

Two waves of missiles pass over Jerusalem towards coastal cities with some being intercepted en route

As Israel intensifies its attacks on Lebanon, we examine its motives and what is known so far.

Britons scramble to leave Lebanon as Israel launches ground invasion

The attack on Ein el-Hilweh was the first on Palestinian refugee camps since Israel escalated its operations in Lebanon.

‘Shock and despair’ over the bombing of Beirut is expected to give way to huge anti-Israel protests in the coming days.