The Latest Breaking News from Beirut

In just over a week, Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed seven high-ranking commanders and officials from the powerful Hezbollah militant group, including the group's leader, Hassan Nasrallah.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been conferring with U.S. military officials since Israel killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut.

Israel claims it killed 20 Hezbollah members in the strike that assassinated the Lebanese group’s leader Hassan Nasrallah

Ruthless head of Lebanon’s Hezbollah who led his movement for more than 30 years

Assault on Iran-backed proxies expands with attacks on fuel facilities and power plants in Hodeidah and Ras Issa

National security spokesperson John Kirby reiterates ‘ironclad’ support for Israel but ‘mourns’ civilian deaths

US spokesperson Kirby addresses Israeli strike in Beirut, emphasizing civilian casualties, mourning Nasrallah's death, and advocating for diplomacy.

Hezbollah confirms the death of Nabil Qaouk, a key commander, in an Israeli raid near Beirut. Tensions escalate between Hezbollah and Israel.

The death of Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut on September 27 has left the militant Lebanese organisation leaderless at a critical time. Two days earlier in a speech broadcast around the world, the head of the Israel Defense Forces’ (IDF) northern command, Lt. Gen. Herzi…

Iran condemns Israel's attack in Beirut, vows to confront and escalate support against Israel. US accused of complicity.

Israeli military airstrikes in Beirut raise concerns about escalating violence and civilian impact. International calls for de-escalation and diplomatic ef...