Beirut airstrike

WHO Chief Targeted in Yemen Airport Strike

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus was at Sanaa airport during an Israeli air strike, narrowly escaping injury while a crew member was hurt and at least two others were killed. The attack, part of a wider Israeli campaign targeting Houthi-linked infrastructure including power stations and ports, damaged the airport’s control tower, departure lounge, and runway. Israel claims the targets were used for military purposes by the Houthis, while the Houthis reported numerous casualties. The Israeli Prime Minister vowed to continue these operations to disrupt what he called Iran’s terror arm.

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Israel Strikes Hezbollah Media Chief in Beirut

An Israeli airstrike in Beirut’s Ras al-Nabaa neighborhood killed Hezbollah’s media chief, Mohammad Afif, according to Lebanese security sources and Hezbollah. The IDF spokesperson had previously issued evacuation warnings for nearby areas, citing planned strikes on Hezbollah infrastructure. While the targeted building reportedly housed Ba’ath Party offices, Afif’s presence there was confirmed by party officials. The strike, part of a larger operation targeting six Hezbollah military sites, resulted in one death and three injuries, according to the Lebanese health ministry.

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