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Israeli airstrikes kill at least 22 people in Beirut

Ruairi O'Hagan
Ruairi O'Hagan

07:22 11 Oct 2024


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Lebanese officials say an Israeli airstrike in central Beirut has killed at least 22 people and injured more than 100 others.

Two densely-packed neighbourhoods were targeted - with security forces saying the target was a senior commander of Hezbollah, Wafiq Safa.

However, it's understood he survived.

Reporter Alex Rossi is in Beirut - he explains who he is.

"He would have been a go-between between Hezbollah and the outside world.

"He's accused of bringing contraband into the country, weapons, finances.

"He's a very senior figure - I think it shows that Israel is still maintaining its campaign to decapitate the leadership of the group."


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