Israeli Air Strikes Target Southern Suburbs of Beirut After Week-long Pause: U.S. News & World Report

In a surprising turn of events, Israel has launched airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut for the first time in nearly a week. The strikes come after a period of relative calm in the region, raising concerns about a potential escalation of tensions between Israel and Lebanon.

According to reports, the Israeli military targeted a base belonging to the Hezbollah militant group in the southern suburbs of Beirut. The airstrikes caused significant damage to the area, but there were no immediate reports of casualties.

This latest round of airstrikes comes just days after Israel launched a series of strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, following a rocket attack on northern Israel. The exchange of fire has raised fears of a wider conflict between the two longtime adversaries.

The United States has expressed support for Israel’s right to defend itself against attacks from Hezbollah, but has also called for restraint on both sides to prevent further escalation. The State Department has urged all parties to exercise caution and avoid actions that could destabilize the region.

The situation in the Middle East remains volatile, with tensions running high between Israel and its neighbors. The international community is closely monitoring the situation and hoping for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.