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Gaza Hospital Struck in Israeli Attack | Watch

April 13, 2025, 11:31 am

There have been no casualties. The civil emergency service reports. The local reporter, who was reporting from the hospital, reported that an Israeli army officer phoned a doctor working in the emergency department and instructed them to vacate the hospital immediately.

“All patients and displaced people must go out to a safe distance,” the officer reportedly said.

“You have only 20 minutes to leave.”

Chaos as Patients and Staff Flee Near Hospital in Gaza

Videos posted on social media depicted employees and patients exiting the building while it was still night outside.

?BREAKING : Israeli forces have bombed the operating room of Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza City. pic.twitter.com/1bLHhUuvf3

— Gaza Notifications (@gazanotice) April 12, 2025

Remember when Israel bombed the first hospital in Gaza and the world wouldn’t believe it and Israel blamed a misfired rocket from Hamas. Israel has now destroyed all hospitals in Gaza. pic.twitter.com/VONj5QTwt7

— Mohamad Safa (@mhdksafa) April 13, 2025

Palestinian women and children were also fleeing from an interior courtyard in the hospital where they had taken refuge.

Al-Ahli – a small clinic prior to the war – is now the sole remaining hospital operating in Gaza City after the Al-Shifa medical complex and northern Strip hospitals were destroyed.

Hamas Condemns Attack on Gaza Hospital

In its release, the Hamas government media office denounced the attack.

Israel “is perpetrating an atrocious crime by attacking Al-Ahli Hospital, which has hundreds of patients and medical personnel”, it stated.

In October 2023, the same hospital was attacked, and hundreds of people were killed.

A Palestinian attack was blamed by Palestinian officials on an Israeli strike for causing the blast. Israel attributed the blast to a botched rocket attack by the Palestinian Islamic Jihad militant group, which did not accept responsibility.

Background: Conflict Since October 2023

The Israeli army initiated an operation to wipe out Hamas in retaliation for an unprecedented cross-border raid on 7 October 2023. During the attack, nearly 1,200 Israelis died. Additionally, 251 others were captured as hostages.

Over 50,933 have been killed in Gaza since then, the territory’s Hamas-ruled health ministry reported.

Of them, 1,563 have been martyred since 18 March, when Israel resumed its aggression in the Gaza Strip, the ministry added.

Israel Intensifies Gaza Airstrikes, Kills Hamas Spokesperson

March 27, 2025, 4:24 pm

Fighter jets of Israel targeted northern Gaza, killing Hamas spokesperson Abdel-Latif al-Qanoua as part of Israel’s escalating military campaign. The attack follows the collapse of Israel’s fragile ceasefire and a series of strikes targeting senior Hamas leaders. Hundreds of Palestinian civilians have died in recent bombardments, further inflaming tensions. Meanwhile, ceasefire negotiations remain stalled, with both sides blaming each other for the deadlock.

Surging Violence and Escalating Hamas Leadership Casualties

Israeli fighter jets bombed al-Qanoua’s tent shelter in Jabalia, northern Gaza, early Thursday morning, according to reports from Al-Aqsa television and Shehab News Agency. The attack wounded several others, including children, Al Jazeera correspondent Hind Khoudary confirmed.

Additional Israeli strikes hit a home in the as-Saftawi area of Gaza City, killing six members of the same family. Since March 18, Israel has intensified its bombardment and ground operations, ending a two-month ceasefire. The renewed offensive has killed hundreds of civilians as Israel seeks to pressure Hamas into releasing captives.

Israeli airstrikes have also eliminated senior Hamas leaders. On Sunday, an attack on the Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis killed five people, including Ismail Barhoum, head of finances and institutions in Hamas’s political office. The same day, Israeli jets bombed tents housing displaced Palestinians in Khan Younis, killing Hamas leader Salah al-Bardaweel and his wife.

Hamas’s political office, a 20-member decision-making body, has lost 11 members since the conflict escalated in late 2023, according to Reuters. The group continues to hold 59 captives from the October 7 attack on southern Israel, which killed at least 1,139 people. In response, Israel’s military has killed at least 50,183 Palestinians and wounded 113,828 others.

Worsening Humanitarian Crisis and Ceasefire Stalemate

Gaza’s Ministry of Health reported at least 830 Palestinian deaths since Israel resumed attacks 10 days ago, with women and children making up more than half of the casualties. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) stated that 142,000 Palestinians have been forcibly displaced since March 18, further worsening Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. Meanwhile, Israeli restrictions on aid continue to exacerbate shortages.

Ceasefire negotiations remain deadlocked despite mediation efforts by the United States, Qatar, and Egypt. Talks aimed at securing an extension to the initial truce, which expired on March 1, have stalled. Hamas accused Israel of deliberately sabotaging discussions, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims Hamas rejected proposals for an extended ceasefire.

On Wednesday, Netanyahu reiterated that Israeli forces would continue military operations and warned of a potential territorial takeover in Gaza if Hamas refused to release the remaining captives. With violence intensifying, prospects for a peaceful resolution remain bleak

Blasts In Palmyra: Israel Launches Airstrikes On Syrian Military Bases

March 25, 2025, 1:09 pm

The Israeli military confirmed on Friday that it conducted airstrikes on two military bases in central Syria, including one in Palmyra. The attack followed reports from the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, which claimed that Israeli warplanes had targeted the Palmyra military airport.

According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the strikes were aimed at eliminating strategic military assets still present at the Tadmur and T4 bases—located in Palmyra and approximately 50 kilometers west of the city.

Israel’s Justification for the Strikes

Israel has carried out numerous air raids in Syria in recent months, stating that its goal is to prevent advanced weaponry from reaching the new Syrian administration. Since the overthrow of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in December, Israel has raised concerns that the new leadership—comprised partly of former Islamist factions—poses a security threat.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated his stance on maintaining a demilitarized zone in southern Syria, warning that his country will not tolerate military forces from the new Syrian government near its borders.

Syria Responds to the Attack

The Syrian foreign ministry strongly condemned the airstrikes, accusing Israel of attempting to destabilize the country. Meanwhile, the new Syrian administration, which has sought to distance itself from its previous ties to extremist groups, has not issued an official response.

With tensions escalating, the region remains on high alert as Israel continues its military operations to counter what it perceives as security threats from Syria’s evolving political landscape.

Gaza Under Fire: 200+ Killed As Israel Hits Back After Failed Ceasefire | WATCH

March 18, 2025, 10:24 am

Israel has launched extensive airstrikes in central Gaza, killing more than 200 people following the failure of ceasefire negotiations, according to local authorities and rescue officials. The attacks have intensified tensions as Hamas accuses Israel of violating the truce and putting hostages at risk.

Deadly Airstrikes Rock Gaza

Gaza’s Civil Defense spokesman Mahmud Basal reported that Israeli airstrikes resulted in over 200 deaths and around 70 injuries. One of the attacks targeted a school-turned-shelter, killing a 52-year-old man and his 16-year-old nephew, according to officials at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. Another strike killed three men in Bureij, with Israel claiming they were planting explosives, while Hamas insisted they were gathering firewood.

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The Israeli military has conducted air strikes in Gaza.

The attack comes after nearly two months of paused fighting in Israel’s 17-month-long war against Hamas, in which dozens of hostages were released for nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees. pic.twitter.com/IxYhg9JBrc

— The National (@TheNationalNews) March 18, 2025

Israel Justifies Strikes, Hamas Condemns Breach of Ceasefire

Israel’s military stated it was conducting “extensive strikes on Hamas terror targets.” The offensive comes after Israeli authorities accused Hamas of refusing to release hostages as part of ceasefire negotiations. Meanwhile, Hamas accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of breaching the agreement, warning that the fate of hostages was now uncertain.

Before the recent airstrikes, Israel had blocked food, medicine, and fuel supplies for two weeks, demanding Hamas accept new ceasefire terms. Mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and the US are working to revive negotiations, with Hamas insisting on Israel’s military withdrawal from Gaza as part of any deal.

Attacks Extend to Syria and Lebanon

Beyond Gaza, Israeli airstrikes targeted Hezbollah and military positions in Syria and Lebanon. In Syria’s Daraa, airstrikes killed three civilians and injured 19, including children and rescue workers. Israeli forces claimed they targeted military sites housing weapons and vehicles.

In Lebanon, Israel confirmed strikes on Hezbollah operatives in Yohmor, killing two people. Additional attacks on Hezbollah locations followed, though Israel has not disclosed specific details.

Growing Regional Tensions

The escalation comes despite a US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah that had been in place since November. Both sides continue to accuse each other of violating the agreement, increasing fears of further violence in the region.

As diplomatic efforts continue, the situation remains volatile, with humanitarian concerns mounting amid intensified airstrikes and ongoing hostilities.

Israel Strikes Palestinian Group’s Base in Damascus

March 14, 2025, 12:20 am

The Israeli Air Force (IAF) launched an airstrike on a command center of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) terror organization in Damascus, Syria, on Thursday. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that the center was used to “plan and direct terrorist activities” against Israel.

“The IAF conducted an intelligence-based strike on a terrorist command center belonging to the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terror organization in Damascus. The command center was used to plan and direct terrorist activities by the Palestinian Islamic Jihad against the State of Israel,” the IDF said in a post on X.

Casualties and Reactions

According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, the attack, carried out with two missiles, resulted in at least one fatality, as reported by Al Jazeera.

Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, defended the attack, stating, “Israel will not allow Syria to become a threat to the state of Israel. There will be no immunity for Islamic terrorism against Israel—whether in Damascus or anywhere else.”

UN Accusations Against Israel

Meanwhile, the UN Commission of Inquiry accused Israel of targeting reproductive healthcare facilities in Gaza. The commission reported that Israel had “intentionally attacked and destroyed” the Palestinian territory’s main fertility center while imposing a siege that blocked medical aid, including supplies necessary for safe pregnancies, deliveries, and neonatal care.

According to the UN, Israeli forces have systematically destroyed sexual and reproductive healthcare in Gaza, impacting the fertility of Palestinians. The inquiry classified these actions under two categories of genocidal acts:

“Deliberately inflicting on the group conditions of life calculated to bring about its physical destruction.”
“Imposing measures intended to prevent births within the group.”

Commission chair Navi Pillay stated, “These violations have not only caused severe immediate physical and mental harm and suffering to women and girls but have also led to irreversible long-term effects on the reproductive and fertility prospects of Palestinians as a group.”

Israel has “categorically rejected” the allegations, according to its mission in Geneva.

Hezbollah Launches Missiles At Israel Despite Ceasefire

December 3, 2024, 12:22 am

Jerusalem [Israel], December 2: Hezbollah fired two missiles at Mount Dov, northern Israel, on Monday. This marks the first attack since the ceasefire took effect on Wednesday. Hezbollah described the missile barrage as a “warning” to Israel.

Rising Accusations of Ceasefire Breaches

The missile attack came amid claims from the United States and France accusing Israel of violating the ceasefire through surveillance flights over Beirut. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar rejected these allegations, stating, “Israel is enforcing the agreement and responding to Hezbollah’s violations.”

Sa’ar further warned that if Hezbollah does not withdraw its forces north of the Litani River as agreed, Israel would take additional measures.

Israeli Retaliation

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched airstrikes targeting:

A Hezbollah missile production facility in the Beqaa Valley.
Sites along the Lebanon-Syria border used for weapons smuggling.

Additionally, the Israeli Air Force intercepted an Iranian plane in Syrian airspace, suspecting it of carrying weapons for Hezbollah, forcing it to return to Tehran.

Ceasefire Terms

Under the ceasefire agreement:

Hezbollah’s Withdrawal: Hezbollah is required to withdraw armed forces from southern Lebanon, south of the Litani River.
Israeli Withdrawal: Israeli forces are to gradually pull back from southern Lebanon.
Deployment of Forces: The Lebanese Armed Forces and UN peacekeepers are to monitor the border.

Background of the Conflict

The ceasefire, brokered to end the escalating violence, follows weeks of conflict triggered by Hamas’s October 7 attack on Israeli communities. Hezbollah, in solidarity with Hamas, launched daily attacks on northern Israel, displacing over 68,000 residents.

United Nations Resolution 1701 prohibits Hezbollah’s operations in southern Lebanon. However, its repeated violations have fueled ongoing tensions in the region.

Israel and Hezbollah Agree to Ceasefire: Key Details of the Pact Revealed

November 27, 2024, 10:58 am

Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire after 13 months of intense conflict on Wednesday. The agreement, brokered by the United States, is meant to bring an end to hostilities that escalated into full-scale war in September.

Details of the Ceasefire

The ceasefire started at 4 a.m. local time on Wednesday (7:30 a.m. IST). US President Joe Biden confirmed the deal, stating that it aims to be a “permanent cessation of hostilities.” In a joint statement with French President Emmanuel Macron, Biden added that the agreement “will create conditions to restore lasting calm” and allow people to return to their homes safely on both sides of the border.

Key Terms of the Agreement

The agreement calls for a 60-day halt in hostilities. During this period, Hezbollah must withdraw 40 kilometers from the Israel-Lebanon border. In return, Israel will fully withdraw from Lebanese territory. Once Hezbollah retreats, Lebanese armed forces will take control of the area. They will ensure Hezbollah’s weapons are removed and prevent rearming, according to BBC reports.

Lebanon will deploy 5,000 troops to the south. United Nations peacekeepers and a multinational committee will oversee the process, making sure Hezbollah doesn’t rearm.

Background: UN Security Council Resolution 1701

The ceasefire is based on UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which ended the 2006 Israel-Hezbollah war. This resolution calls for the demilitarization of southern Lebanon, monitored by the Lebanese army and UN peacekeepers. Both Israel and Hezbollah have accused each other of violating the terms of the resolution. Israel claims Hezbollah built infrastructure in the area, while Lebanon says Israel’s military planes violated its airspace.

Reactions to the Ceasefire

Israel’s PositionIsrael’s security cabinet approved the deal with a 10-1 vote. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed gratitude for the US’s help but emphasized Israel’s right to defend itself. “If Hezbollah violates the agreement and tries to arm itself, we will attack,” he said.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke this evening with US President Joe Biden and thanked him for the US involvement in achieving the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon and for the understanding that Israel maintains freedom of action in enforcing it.

— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) November 26, 2024

Lebanon’s Response

Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati welcomed the ceasefire, calling it a crucial step for stability. Hezbollah also accepted the deal but insisted that Lebanon’s sovereignty must be respected. “We want an end to the aggression, of course, but not at the expense of the sovereignty of the state,” said Hezbollah’s deputy political council chair, Mahmoud Qamati.

Global Reactions

US President Biden’s Remarks

President Biden praised the decision, calling it a sign that peace is possible. He added that Israel will gradually withdraw its forces over the next 60 days, allowing civilians on both sides to return to their homes and rebuild.

Read: “Good News”: Joe Biden Hails Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Deal

Today, I have good news to report from the Middle East.

I have spoken to the Prime Ministers of Lebanon and Israel. And I am pleased to announce:

They have accepted the United States’ proposal to end the devastating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.

— President Biden (@POTUS) November 26, 2024

UK and France’s Support

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomed the ceasefire, calling it “long overdue” and offering relief to those suffering in Lebanon and Northern Israel. French President Macron, in a joint statement with Biden, said the ceasefire would end the fighting in Lebanon and protect Israel from the threat of Hezbollah and other terrorist groups.

Read: UK PM Starmer Supports Ceasefire, Calls for Sustainable Peace

This ceasefire marks a crucial moment in the conflict. However, its success will depend on how well both sides implement the terms in the coming weeks.

Iraq Accuses Israel Of Violating Airspace For Airstrikes In Iran

October 28, 2024, 2:37 pm

Iraq has accused Israel of breaching its airspace to carry out airstrikes in Iran. The allegations follow Israeli air operations executed on the night of October 26, which were reportedly in retaliation for an Iranian missile strike on Israel earlier this month.

On Monday, the Iraqi government lodged a formal complaint with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres regarding what it termed a “blatant violation” of its sovereignty. Iraqi government spokesperson Bassim Alawadi confirmed that the complaint specifically condemns Israel for using Iraqi airspace to execute its strikes against Iran.

Iraq, which is significantly influenced by Iran and does not recognize Israel, commonly refers to the country as the “Zionist entity.”

On the night of the airstrikes, approximately 100 Israeli warplanes participated in an operation dubbed “Days of Repentance,” targeting various military and strategic sites within Iran. As requested by US President Joe Biden, the Israeli military refrained from striking Iranian nuclear and oil facilities during this operation.

Reports from the Wall Street Journal indicated that the Israeli strikes focused on facilities involved in missile production, including cruise and ballistic missiles that Iran has utilized against Israel this year. Among the targeted sites was the Parchin military facility, known for its previous nuclear weapons-related activities.

Additionally, The New York Times reported that Israel also attacked air defense systems located in Iraq and Syria to prevent any interception of its airstrikes.

Explosions Rock Tehran as Israel Strikes Back Against Iran

October 26, 2024, 9:33 am

On Saturday, Israel conducted airstrikes on Iran. Explosions rock Tehran as Israel strikes back against Iran. The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said these actions were in retaliation for “months of continuous attacks” from Iran. They targeted military sites in Tehran and surrounding areas.

Iran’s Response

Iran reported that its defense systems intercepted the strikes. They claimed limited damage occurred at some locations. An Iranian source stated the country is ready to retaliate against Israeli aggression. An Israeli public broadcaster noted the operation concluded after three rounds of strikes.

Explosions in Tehran

Residents in Tehran and nearby Karaj reported hearing at least seven explosions. The sources of these blasts remain unclear. Iranian state TV confirmed the explosions were audible in both cities.

Military Action Details

The Israeli public broadcaster stated that dozens of fighter jets struck military targets. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant were at military headquarters in Tel Aviv during the strikes. Notably, the attacks did not target energy infrastructure or nuclear facilities. Israeli forces hit several military bases in western and southwestern Tehran.

Regional Flight Suspensions

In response to the airstrikes, Iran canceled all flights until further notice. Israel also closed its airspace to civil aviation. Iraq’s transport ministry announced a suspension of flights at all airports due to rising tensions.

US Notification and Briefing

Israel informed the United States before the strikes but did not involve them in the operation. A top White House official called it an “exercise of self-defense.” President Biden has been briefed and is closely monitoring the situation.

Escalation Following Missile Attacks

This attack comes weeks after Iran fired about 180 ballistic missiles at Tel Aviv and Israeli airbases on October 1. The timing coincided with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s return to the US after urging Israel to avoid escalating tensions and targeting Iranian nuclear sites.

Attacks in Iraq and Syria

In addition to the strikes on Iran, the Israeli army attacked multiple locations in Iraq and Syria. Residents reported loud explosions in cities like Tikrit and Baiji. Israeli forces also struck several military sites in southern and central Syria early Saturday morning.

Beirut Faces Night Of Fury: Israel Airstrikes Intensify Conflict

October 6, 2024, 7:00 pm

Massive explosions shook Beirut on Sunday, marking the most violent night of attacks since Israel intensified its military operations against Lebanon on September 23. Israeli warplanes executed over 30 air raids on the southern suburbs, creating fireballs that illuminated the night sky and clouds of smoke visible across the city.

The assault follows a year of devastating conflict in Gaza, with Israel now turning its attention to Hezbollah, the Lebanon-based group allied with Hamas. Lebanon’s National News Agency reported that a Hezbollah stronghold in southern Beirut was among the targets, which included a petrol station and a hotel near Rafic Hariri International Airport. Casualty figures from the strikes are not yet available.

Israel’s military confirmed the strikes aimed at various weapons storage facilities and infrastructure, emphasizing efforts to minimize civilian harm.

Al Jazeera’s Ali Hashem, reporting from Beirut, described the strikes as unprecedented in intensity, stating, “It is becoming another Gaza with the way the Israeli strikes are hitting.” Explosions continued into Sunday morning, prompting thousands of residents to flee to Beirut’s city center to escape bombardments in their neighborhoods. Many sought shelter in public spaces, including parks and schools, as the Lebanese government struggled to respond to the crisis.

The overnight bombings occurred shortly after a security source revealed that Hezbollah had lost contact with a key leader, Hashem Safieddine, a potential successor to the group’s slain leader, Hassan Nasrallah. Safieddine, chairman of Hezbollah’s executive council and Nasrallah’s cousin, has not been heard from since an intense Israeli strike on September 27.

In retaliation, Hezbollah launched strikes against Israeli soldiers in northern Israel, reportedly forcing some troops to retreat. Israeli officials stated that at least nine soldiers had died in southern Lebanon amid the ongoing conflict.

The escalation also included a strike on the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli on Saturday, which killed Saeed Attallah Ali, a senior leader of Hamas’s armed wing, along with his wife and two daughters.

Why Kashmiris United with Nasrallah?

September 30, 2024, 10:22 pm

The assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon has triggered a wave of protests across Kashmir, particularly in its Shia-majority areas. Thousands of people took to the streets in districts like Budgam and Srinagar, holding placards and shouting slogans condemning both Israel and the United States. Demonstrators expressed their anger and solidarity with Lebanon, Palestine, and Hezbollah, seeing Nasrallah’s death as part of a broader pattern of aggression against Muslims worldwide.

The protests, though largely peaceful, were highly emotional, with participants recalling the pain and suffering caused by the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon. Religious and political leaders in the region have also voiced their discontent. Prominent figures, such as Mehbooba Mufti of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi of the National Conference, canceled their election campaigns as a mark of solidarity with Nasrallah and the broader resistance movement. Mufti, in a post on X, declared her support for the martyrs of Lebanon and Palestine, stating that the region stands in solidarity with those oppressed by Israeli aggression.

This political gesture has drawn sharp criticism from India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which accused these leaders of sympathizing with terrorists. Union Minister Anurag Thakur accused the opposition parties of showing support for “terrorists and stone-pelters” whenever there is any international action against such groups. This rhetoric escalated further, with senior BJP leaders calling out Mufti for “crocodile tears” over the death of a terrorist, reflecting the deep ideological divide between Kashmir’s regional politics and the BJP’s national stance.

Despite the political tension, the protests have remained non-violent, with heavy police presence to maintain order. Cyber police in Kashmir have also issued warnings against inflammatory posts on social media, urging citizens to refrain from fanning sectarian tensions in light of the protests. The advisory emphasized that legal action would be taken against those spreading provocative content online.

Also read: Hezbollah To Appoint Nasrallah’s Successor Soon, Vows Continued Fight Against Israel

Kashmir’s solidarity with Hassan Nasrallah stems from a combination of religious, political, and historical factors. As a leader of Hezbollah, Nasrallah symbolized resistance against Israel and Western influence, which resonates deeply with the Shia community in Kashmir. Hezbollah’s stance against Israeli occupation and its support for Palestine align with long-standing sentiments in Kashmir, where many sympathize with the Palestinian cause due to their own experience with territorial conflict and occupation.

Religiously, Nasrallah is revered as a figure of Shia leadership, and his assassination is viewed as an attack on the larger Muslim resistance movement. In Kashmir, Shia clerics and political figures often mobilize people around issues affecting the global Muslim community, especially when it concerns resistance against perceived oppression. This shared sense of injustice, along with cultural and ideological ties to movements like Hezbollah, has brought Kashmiri communities together in protest and mourning following Nasrallah’s death.

The broader narrative of resistance, combined with a history of external domination in both Kashmir and Palestine, solidifies the connection between the two regions and their support for Nasrallah.

Israel Airstrikes Kill 105 in Lebanon; Hezbollah Loses 7 Commanders in One Week: Key Updates

September 30, 2024, 8:44 am

Israel has intensified its strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, resulting in over 100 deaths on Sunday. At the same time, Israel expanded its operations by targeting Houthi forces in Yemen, raising concerns of a larger conflict in the Middle East.

Heavy Casualties in Lebanon

Lebanon’s health ministry reported that the Israeli airstrikes killed 105 people and injured 359 more on Sunday. The attacks followed Israel’s killing of Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, two days earlier. Hezbollah has been engaging in cross-border attacks to support Hamas, which is fighting against Israel in Gaza.

Key Developments in the Lebanon-Israel Conflict

Deadly Air Raids: According to Lebanon’s health officials, the most severe attacks occurred near Sidon, as well as in eastern and southern regions, and the capital, Beirut. France confirmed the death of a second French national in Lebanon.

Airstrike on Central Beirut: For the first time since the Gaza conflict began, witnesses reported that Israel bombed central Beirut on Monday. The airstrike targeted a residential building, resulting in heavy civilian casualties.

Hezbollah Leadership Targeted: Israel’s attacks also claimed the life of Nabil Kaouk, Hezbollah’s deputy head of the Central Council, marking the seventh senior Hezbollah leader to die in a week. Additionally, senior commander Ali Karaki was killed alongside Nasrallah in Friday’s strike.

Worsening Humanitarian Crisis

The conflict has devastated Lebanon, with 1,030 people killed, including 156 women and 87 children, according to the Lebanese government. The war has displaced hundreds of thousands, with around 250,000 people now in shelters, and many more staying with relatives.

Israel Strikes in Yemen

Israel has also opened a new front by targeting Houthi forces in Yemen. The Israeli military confirmed airstrikes on power plants and sea-port facilities in Hodeida after a Houthi ballistic missile was fired at Ben Gurion Airport on Saturday, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived.

International Response

US President Joe Biden announced plans to speak with Netanyahu, warning against escalating the conflict into an all-out war across the Middle East. White House spokesman John Kirby stated that Israeli airstrikes had dismantled Hezbollah’s command structure, though he warned that the group might attempt to rebuild quickly. Kirby further emphasized that Nasrallah’s death makes the world a safer place.

The War’s Origins

The current conflict traces back to October 7 of last year, when Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, killing 1,205 people and taking 251 hostages. In retaliation, Israeli strikes on Gaza have resulted in the deaths of over 41,595 people, the majority being civilians, as reported by Gaza’s health ministry.