The death toll has risen to 31 in an Israeli strike that killed two Hezbollah commanders in Beirut, according to live updates from The Washington Post. The Israeli strike targeted a building in a residential neighborhood where the two commanders were believed to be meeting. The attack has sparked outrage and condemnation from Hezbollah and their supporters, who have vowed to retaliate.
The strike has also raised concerns about escalating tensions in the region, with fears of a potential wider conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The Lebanese government has called for an emergency meeting to discuss the situation and has condemned the Israeli attack as a violation of its sovereignty.
Israeli officials have defended the strike, saying it was a necessary response to Hezbollah’s continued aggression and support for terrorism. They have also warned that Israel will not hesitate to take further action to protect its citizens and prevent future attacks.
Meanwhile, the United Nations has called for restraint and for all parties to avoid escalating the situation further. The UN Security Council is expected to hold an emergency meeting to address the growing crisis.
As the situation continues to unfold, the international community is closely monitoring the developments in the region. The rising death toll and escalating tensions highlight the fragile nature of the situation in the Middle East and the urgent need for diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the conflict before it spirals out of control.
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