Israel strikes Beirut, targets Hezbollah infrastructure in response to rocket attacks

The Israeli military announced Tuesday that it has launched airstrikes on Beirut, stating the targets were infrastructure belonging to the militant group Hezbollah. The Israeli Prime Minister's Office, Benjamin Netanyahu's office, declared the strikes in Beirut were a direct response to Hezbollah's attacks on northern Israel.

This latest escalation follows a previous Israeli attack on Beirut's suburbs just a week prior. That earlier strike prompted Iran, a key ally of Hezbollah, to launch retaliatory strikes against Israel. Tehran has insisted that any ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran must include an end to Israeli strikes in Lebanon.

Hezbollah fired rockets into Israel on March 2, two days after the U.S. and Israel allegedly attacked Iran. These actions have significantly heightened tensions in the Middle East, contributing to a wider regional conflict.

The ongoing exchange of fire between Israel and Hezbollah, with Iran's involvement, underscores the volatile nature of the region. The situation remains precarious, with the potential for further escalation.