Israel strikes Hezbollah headquarters in Beirut, IDF says
SUMMARY
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) executed a "precise strike" on Hezbollah's central headquarters in Beirut, targeting the group's leader, Hassan Nasrallah. IDF spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari stated that the headquarters were deliberately located under residential buildings, a tactic he claimed is part of Hezbollah's strategy of using civilians as human shields. Witnesses reported multiple explosions, and video footage showed smoke billowing over the city. Hezbollah's al-Manar television reported significant destruction, with four buildings hit and numerous casualties confirmed. This marked a dramatic escalation in the conflict, which has seen increasing hostilities over the past month. Hagari emphasized the need for Israel to defend itself against Hezbollah's persistent attacks, noting, "On Oct. 8, Hezbollah started attacking Israel after almost a year of rocket and drone strikes on Israeli civilians."
