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What is Hezbollah and how powerful is its military?

Sky News Sunday, 25 August 2024
What is Hezbollah and how powerful is its military?The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has said it has launched an attack on Israel in retaliation for the killing of one of its commanders in Beirut - with Israel pre-empting the move with its own airstrikes.
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Hezbollah Hezbollah Lebanese political party and militant group

At least 11 killed and dozens injured in Israeli strikes on Beirut as diplomats push for ceasefire [Video]

At least 11 killed and dozens injured in Israeli strikes on Beirut as diplomats push for ceasefire

The strikes came a day after heavy bombardment of Beirut’s southern suburbs and as heavy ground fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah militants continues in southern Lebanon, with Israeli troops pushing further into the country.

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Hezbollah Leader Naim Qassem Dead? Israeli Missiles Obliterate Beirut Building, 4 Dead, 23 Injured [Video]

Hezbollah Leader Naim Qassem Dead? Israeli Missiles Obliterate Beirut Building, 4 Dead, 23 Injured

A massive Israeli airstrike in central Beirut has left four people dead and 23 injured, destroying an eight-story residential building in the Basta neighbourhood. Speculation is rife that the strike targeted newly appointed Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem or senior officer Talal Hamiya. The attack, carried out with five missiles, comes amid heightened tensions following previous strikes on Hezbollah strongholds in Beirut and southern Lebanon. Lebanese health authorities confirmed the casualties, while search and rescue operations continue. Israeli authorities have not commented on the strike, fueling rumours surrounding its intended target. #HezbollahLeader #NaimQassem #BeirutStrike #IsraeliAirstrike #MiddleEastConflict #BeirutAttack #Hezbollah #LebanonCrisis #IsraelLebanonTensions #TalalHamiya #BastaNeighborhood #AirstrikeCasualties #LebaneseHealthMinistry #IDF #GeopoliticalTensions

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Antonio Tajani condemns attack on UNIFIL base which injured four Italian soldiers [Video]

Antonio Tajani condemns attack on UNIFIL base which injured four Italian soldiers

The UNIFIL mission base in Shama in southern Lebanon was hit by rockets allegedly fired by Hezbollah or one of its affiliate groups.

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Resistance responds to Israeli incursions, 3,500+ dead, cross-border strikes escalate WATCH [Video]

Resistance responds to Israeli incursions, 3,500+ dead, cross-border strikes escalate WATCH

Hezbollah carried out seven targeted attacks against Israeli forces in Khiam, Lebanon, using artillery, rockets, and drones, following Israeli incursions that destroyed residential areas. Lebanon's Bekaa Valley suffered heavy casualties, with 22 civilians killed in airstrikes. Over 3,500 Lebanese lives have been lost since October 2023, amid intensified clashes and air raids. Civilian displacement and destruction highlight the human toll of this growing conflict. #Hezbollah #IsraelLebanonConflict #KhiamAttacks #BekaaValleyStrikes #CivilianCasualties #MiddleEastTensions #CrossBorderClashes #LebanonUnderSiege #HumanitarianCrisis #MilitaryEscalation #Oneindia #OneindiaNews ~HT.318~PR.362~ED.101~GR.124~

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Hezbollah vows retaliation on Tel Aviv for Beirut Strikes,Qassem Promises Prolonged Resistance|WATCH [Video]

Hezbollah vows retaliation on Tel Aviv for Beirut Strikes,Qassem Promises Prolonged Resistance|WATCH

Hezbollah’s Sheikh Qassem vows retaliation for Israeli airstrikes on Beirut, promising to target Tel Aviv. He declares readiness for a prolonged conflict, stressing resistance to Israeli aggression. The group remains committed to defending Lebanon and supporting Gaza, while rejecting Israeli-imposed conditions on ceasefire negotiations. #Hezbollah #Israel #TelAviv #Lebanon #Resistance #CeasefireTalks #Gaza #MiddleEastConflict #WorldWar3 #MiddleEastWar #Beirut #InternationalRelation #InternationalNews #Oneindia #OneIndiaNews

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Lebanon Lebanon Country in West Asia

Israeli Airstrikes Hit Civilian Areas in Beirut, Rescue Operation Continues, Tension Escalates|WATCH [Video]

Israeli Airstrikes Hit Civilian Areas in Beirut, Rescue Operation Continues, Tension Escalates|WATCH

An Israeli missile attack has destroyed an eight-story residential building in Beirut, Lebanon, killing at least four people and injuring 23 others. The strike, which occurred early on Saturday, also caused significant damage to surrounding buildings. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and the attack is part of escalating violence in the region. #Israel #Lebanon #Beirut #Airstrike #Basta #Conflict #MiddleEast #CivilianCasualties #Rescue #Tensions #InternationalNews #Breaking #Oneindia #OneindiaNews ~HT.318~PR.362~ED.155~GR.344~

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At least 11 killed in Israeli strikes on central Beirut, Lebanese authorities say

At least 11 people have been killed and 23 injured in an Israeli strike on central Beirut, Lebanese authorities have said.
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Israel Israel Country in West Asia

ICC Warrant For Netanyahu Sparks Global Divide, UK, Ireland May Arrest, Hungary Defends Israel|WATCH [Video]

ICC Warrant For Netanyahu Sparks Global Divide, UK, Ireland May Arrest, Hungary Defends Israel|WATCH

The International Criminal Court's (ICC) arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over alleged Gaza war crimes have led to mixed global reactions. While countries like the UK and Ireland may enforce the warrants, others like Hungary have rejected them. The controversy highlights diplomatic tensions, with the U.S. condemning the ICC decision and hinting at sanctions. #ICC #Netanyahu #Israel #GazaConflict #HumanRights #WarCrimes #InternationalLaw #GlobalTensions #Diplomacy #USSanctions #InternationalNews #InternationalRelation #Oneindia #OneindiaNews ~HT.318~PR.362~ED.155~GR.124~

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Israel hits central Beirut with series of airstrikes - reports

Israel has targeted central Beirut with at least four airstrikes, according to security sources cited by Reuters news agency.
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Beirut Beirut Capital and largest city of Lebanon

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