Israeli Military Strikes Near Beirut, Saying Hezbollah Was the Target
The attack raised concerns that the cease-fire that ended a war between Israel and Lebanese militants might be in jeopardy.
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Middle East crisis: Israel issues evacuation order for parts of northern Gaza – as it happened
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Israel Strikes Suburb in Beirut
The Israeli military said it was targeting a member of Hezbollah in an area near Lebanon’s capital that is a stronghold for the militant group.