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Israel Raids Apartment in Central Beirut: Second Strike
Israeli Airstrike Hits Beirut Residential Building
Israel launched an airstrike on a residential building in central Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, on Wednesday local time. According to Lebanese state media, the Israeli airstrike caused a fire in an apartment in the Aisha Bakkar neighborhood. Videos show flames erupting from the middle floor of a tall building. This airstrike is reported to be the second attack in central Beirut since the recent war with Iran-backed Hezbollah began.
Beirut Tensions Rise Amid Hezbollah Conflict
This Israeli airstrike comes amid escalating tensions with Iran-backed Hezbollah. The Lebanese state news agency reported that Israel targeted an apartment in the Aisha Bakkar area. This incident marks the second targeted attack in the Lebanese capital, indicating a further increase in regional tensions. Witnesses reported a powerful explosion followed by thick smoke rising over the densely populated area, and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene to search for and rescue any injured individuals.
*Source: YouTube: WION (2026-03-11)*
