By Our Correspondent

National News – Israeli forces carried out an airstrike on Beirut’s southern suburb of Dahieh, marking the first attack since a fragile ceasefire with Hezbollah.

The strike targeted a building allegedly hosting a senior commander of Hezbollah’s elite Radwan Force.

The operation involved precision aerial bombardment at around 20:00 local time, damaging structures and causing large fires.

The Israeli government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, confirmed he personally approved the operation, stating the commander was responsible for attacks on Israeli soldiers and communities.

The ceasefire, brokered with US involvement, has repeatedly been undermined by continued cross-border violence between Israel and Hezbollah.

Lebanon’s health authorities report more than 120 deaths in a week, including civilians, while Israel says its actions target militant infrastructure.

Despite diplomatic efforts, tensions remain high as both sides accuse each other of violations and maintain limited military operations across the border.

Civilian impact remains severe, with residents of Dahieh largely displaced and fearful of returning home due to repeated airstrikes.

Entire neighborhoods in southern Lebanon have suffered infrastructure damage, leaving homes destroyed and essential services disrupted.

Humanitarian groups warn of worsening conditions as thousands of families remain caught between ongoing hostilities and uncertain ceasefire enforcement.

International observers have called for renewed restraint as diplomatic talks continue at ambassadorial level, warning that further escalation could collapse the already fragile ceasefire agreement and widen the conflict across the region.

Calls for ceasefire monitoring intensify across international partners.