Conflict Expands to Central Beirut

Published: Mon, 09/30/24

Updated: Thu, 10/03/24

Israeli airstrikes hit central Beirut for the first time in nearly a year, killing dozens, including Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, amid escalating conflict and increased Hezbollah rocket fire.Insert Preheader


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Conflict Expands to Central Beirut

Associated Press

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