With the region on edge about a possible Israeli retaliatory strike on Iran, U.S. Central Command hit targets in Yemen, and Israel ordered evacuations in Gaza.
Tag: Beirut (Lebanon)
As Israel Attacks, Many Lebanese Feel Dragged Into War
In a crisis-racked country where sectarian tensions simmer, many worry that the conflict between Israel and the Shiite militia Hezbollah will end in more destruction for all.
Michigan Father Dies in Israeli Airstrike in Lebanon, Family Says
Kamel Ahmad Jawad, a U.S. citizen, was remembered by friends and relatives as someone who chose to stay behind to help others who couldn’t flee.
Michigan Father Dies in Israeli Airstrike in Lebanon, Family Says
Kamel Ahmad Jawad, a U.S. citizen, was remembered by friends and relatives as someone who chose to stay behind to help others who couldn’t flee.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Conveys Support for Joint Cease-Fire in Lebanon and Gaza
Iran’s top diplomat appeared eager to convey Iran’s readiness to support a joint cease-fire in Lebanon and in Gaza — even as Iran’s supreme leader at home expressed readiness to fight Israel.
Ayatollah Khamenei Praises Oct. 7 Attacks and Warns Israel in Rare Sermon
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who led Friday prayers for the first time in years, called for pan-Muslim unity against Israel and the United States at a memorial service for Hassan Nasrallah.
Israel Expands Evacuation Warnings in Southern Lebanon After Renewed Strikes
Israeli soldiers were also waging a ground invasion in southern Lebanon targeting what military officials said were Hezbollah sites in the rugged border area.
Who Is Hashem Safieddine, the Latest Hezbollah Official Targeted by Israel?
A cousin and possible successor to Hassan Nasrallah, the Hezbollah leader assassinated by Israel, Safieddine joined the group soon after it was formed and rose quickly up its ranks.
Russia, U.S. and Other Countries Are Evacuating Their Citizens from Lebanon
Several countries have chartered flights, while others issued warnings and offered assistance.
After Successes, Israel’s Military Is in a ‘Long Game’ With No Clear Outcome
A year after perhaps the worst military and intelligence debacle in the country’s history, its armed forces have regained the momentum. Some ask: to what end?