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Israel Hezbollah War Highlights: Israel strikes fuel tanks, other targets in Yemen's Hodeidah port
Israel Hezbollah War Highlights: On Sunday, Israel intensified its military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, targeting numerous sites following the killing of the group's leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah. The Israeli military reported that its air force struck various Hezbollah installations, including missile launchers and weapon storage facilities. On Friday, a significant airstrike on Nasrallah’s headquarters in Beirut resulted in his death, marking a major setback for Hezbollah and its Iranian allies. Despite this loss, Hezbollah vowed to continue its fight against Israel, launching rockets even on Sunday morning.
The recent escalation has raised concerns about the potential for broader conflict, potentially involving Iran and the U.S. Since the onset of hostilities on October 8, over 1,670 people, including 104 children, have reportedly died in Lebanon due to Israeli strikes. Many families in Beirut are now displaced, living in makeshift conditions, while the UN's World Food Programme has initiated emergency food operations for up to a million affected individuals.
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The recent escalation has raised concerns about the potential for broader conflict, potentially involving Iran and the U.S. Since the onset of hostilities on October 8, over 1,670 people, including 104 children, have reportedly died in Lebanon due to Israeli strikes. Many families in Beirut are now displaced, living in makeshift conditions, while the UN's World Food Programme has initiated emergency food operations for up to a million affected individuals.
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04:23 (IST) Sep 29
Israel-Hezbollah war: Biden urges 'ceasefire' after Israeli strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon
President Joe Biden of the United States urged for a cessation of hostilities on Saturday following Israeli attacks targeting Hezbollah positions in Lebanon. These strikes were conducted as part of a prolonged aerial assault against the bastions of the militant organization, which receives support from Iran.
"It's time for a ceasefire," Biden said in response to a reporter asking whether an Israeli ground invasion was inevitable.
"It's time for a ceasefire," Biden said in response to a reporter asking whether an Israeli ground invasion was inevitable.
04:05 (IST) Sep 29
Israel-Hezbollah war: 'Tanks, ground troops are ready to go into Lebanon,' says Defence expert Ranjeet Rai on tense situation in Middle East
Defence expert Ranjeet Rai discussed the escalating tensions in the Middle East after the Israeli Defence Forces reportedly killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Rai mentioned that Israeli tanks and ground troops are ready to enter Lebanon, and warned of a volatile situation if Iran becomes involved. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, during his UN General Assembly speech, highlighted a "map of blessing" representing Israel's partnerships and a "map of curse" showing Iran's influence. Hezbollah, a powerful terrorist organization supported by Iran, confirmed Nasrallah's death. Rai emphasized that the situation could worsen if Iran intervenes.
03:41 (IST) Sep 29
Israel-Hezbollah war: Israel Foreign Minister lauds killing of Hezbollah leader
Israel Katz, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Israel, declared on Saturday that the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah is among the most warranted counter-terrorism operations ever conducted by Israel. Katz commended Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials involved in the operation, emphasizing their commitment to protecting Israel's security.
In an X post, Katz stated, "The elimination of arch-terrorist Nasrallah is one of the most justified counter-terrorism actions Israel has ever taken. Nasrallah, who dedicated his life to the destruction of Israel and led over 30 years of terror activity against Israel, including in recent days, deserved to be taken down, and it's a good thing he was. I commend Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for initiating this bold action, the Defense Minister and cabinet members for approving it, and the Chief of Staff and the IDF for their brilliant planning and execution. We will continue to safeguard Israel's security."
In an X post, Katz stated, "The elimination of arch-terrorist Nasrallah is one of the most justified counter-terrorism actions Israel has ever taken. Nasrallah, who dedicated his life to the destruction of Israel and led over 30 years of terror activity against Israel, including in recent days, deserved to be taken down, and it's a good thing he was. I commend Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for initiating this bold action, the Defense Minister and cabinet members for approving it, and the Chief of Staff and the IDF for their brilliant planning and execution. We will continue to safeguard Israel's security."
03:15 (IST) Sep 29
Israel-Hezbollah war: UN chief urges all sides to step back in Lebanon
The UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has called for all parties involved in the recent escalation of violence in Beirut to "step back from the brink", according to his spokesman, Stephane Dujarric.
Dujarric emphasised that "The people of Lebanon, the people of Israel, as well as the wider region, cannot afford an all-out war." The Secretary-General has urged both sides to renew their commitment to fully implementing the UN Security Council resolution from 2006, which brought an end to the Israel-Hezbollah war in Lebanon. He has also called for an immediate return to a cessation of hostilities.
Dujarric emphasised that "The people of Lebanon, the people of Israel, as well as the wider region, cannot afford an all-out war." The Secretary-General has urged both sides to renew their commitment to fully implementing the UN Security Council resolution from 2006, which brought an end to the Israel-Hezbollah war in Lebanon. He has also called for an immediate return to a cessation of hostilities.
02:41 (IST) Sep 29
Canada says it will provide C$10 million in aid to Lebanese civilians
The Canadian government has expressed grave concern over the ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. In response to the humanitarian crisis resulting from the conflict, Canada has pledged to contribute C$10 million ($7.4 million) in aid to support civilians affected in Lebanon.
In a statement released by the foreign ministry, Canada emphasized the importance of safeguarding civilians, including those engaged in humanitarian work, from the dangers posed by the conflict. "Canada urges all parties involved in the conflict to protect civilians, including humanitarian workers, from harm," the statement read.
Furthermore, the Canadian government reiterated its appeal for a 21-day cessation of hostilities along the border between Lebanon and Israel, underscoring the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crisis.
In a statement released by the foreign ministry, Canada emphasized the importance of safeguarding civilians, including those engaged in humanitarian work, from the dangers posed by the conflict. "Canada urges all parties involved in the conflict to protect civilians, including humanitarian workers, from harm," the statement read.
Furthermore, the Canadian government reiterated its appeal for a 21-day cessation of hostilities along the border between Lebanon and Israel, underscoring the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crisis.
02:06 (IST) Sep 29
Lebanon says 33 killed, 195 wounded in Israeli strikes Saturday
Israeli strikes on Lebanon resulted in the deaths of 33 individuals and injured 195 others, according to the Lebanese health ministry.
The ministry provided these figures, which highlight the significant human toll caused by the Israeli military action. The strikes led to widespread casualties among the Lebanese population.
As the situation remains tense, the international community is closely monitoring developments in the region.
The ministry provided these figures, which highlight the significant human toll caused by the Israeli military action. The strikes led to widespread casualties among the Lebanese population.
As the situation remains tense, the international community is closely monitoring developments in the region.
02:00 (IST) Sep 29
Hezbollah supporters in disbelief after leader's death
Following reports of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's death in an Israeli airstrike, Beirut saw widespread grief, particularly in Hezbollah-controlled areas. Supporters refused to believe the news at first, but Hezbollah's confirmation triggered an emotional response, with women weeping and mourning. Nasrallah, revered as a resistance figure against Israel, was seen as a symbol of defiance for many, especially for his support of the Palestinian cause. His death intensified anger towards Israel and frustration with Arab governments. The atmosphere in Beirut remained tense, with continued Israeli strikes and displaced families expressing their grief and frustration.
01:47 (IST) Sep 29
Israel-Hezbollah war: The Lebanese health ministry said six people were killed and 91 injured in the Beirut strikes Friday
Hezbollah confirmed that its leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut. The strike also resulted in the deaths of other Hezbollah commanders and an Iranian general. Also, six people were killed and 91 injured in the Beirut strikes.
Israel announced plans to intensify its operations against Hezbollah, leading to substantial displacement among Lebanese and Israelis amid escalating tensions.
Read full story01:27 (IST) Sep 29
Hezbollah launches attack on Israel following chief Nasrallah's death
00:55 (IST) Sep 29
Israel-Hezbollah war: 'Setback for Hezbollah,' says Defence Expert on death of Hezbollah leader
The targeted strike by Israeli forces near Beirut, resulting in the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, has dealt a significant blow to the Iranian-backed organization, as per the assessment of Defence Experts.
In an interview with ANI, Defence expert Praful Bakshi stated, "It is a very big setback for Hezbollah. It is a great achievement for Israel. And Israel is not going to listen to any moral lectures like- 'Don't fight, fighting is bad', etc. [Israel] says, we are fighting for survival of our race, of our women and children and our race. [Israel] says no amount of teaching will deter us from our objective, and that is to destroy, eliminate this radical Islam which is working against Israel."
The expert further noted that Nasrallah's demise has come as a shock to Lebanon, as they had not anticipated that he could be eliminated with such ease.
In an interview with ANI, Defence expert Praful Bakshi stated, "It is a very big setback for Hezbollah. It is a great achievement for Israel. And Israel is not going to listen to any moral lectures like- 'Don't fight, fighting is bad', etc. [Israel] says, we are fighting for survival of our race, of our women and children and our race. [Israel] says no amount of teaching will deter us from our objective, and that is to destroy, eliminate this radical Islam which is working against Israel."
The expert further noted that Nasrallah's demise has come as a shock to Lebanon, as they had not anticipated that he could be eliminated with such ease.
00:36 (IST) Sep 29
Israel-Hezbollah war: Netanyahu says 'we settled the score' with Nasrallah's killing
In a statement released on Saturday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that the nation had exacted retribution for the deaths of numerous Israelis, as well as citizens from various countries, including hundreds of Americans and dozens of French nationals. This was achieved through an aerial assault in Beirut that resulted in the demise of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah.
"We settled the score with the one responsible for the murder of countless Israelis and many citizens of other countries, including hundreds of Americans and dozens of French," Netanyahu asserted, marking his initial public remarks following Nasrallah's passing.
The Prime Minister further suggested that Israel had potentially reached a pivotal juncture in its struggle against adversarial forces, characterizing the moment as "what appears to be a historic turning point."
Read full story00:17 (IST) Sep 29
'Measure of justice...': US President Joe Biden on Hezbollah leader Nasrallah's death
US President Joe Biden termed the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike as 'a measure of justice.' The incident follows Hezbollah's engagement in the conflict post-Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack on Israel. Biden reiterated US support for Israel and highlighted ongoing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.
Read full story00:01 (IST) Sep 29
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres speaks on escalating tensions in Beirut
23:48 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah war: Yemen's Houthis say they fired ballistic missile at Israel's Ben Gurion airport upon Netanyahu's arrival
The Houthi movement in Yemen expressed their condolences on Saturday following the passing of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah and their partner in an Iran-supported coalition against Israel. Nasrallah lost his life during an Israeli airstrike in Beirut.
In a statement, the group declared, "The resistance will not be broken, and the Jihadist spirit of the Mujahideen brothers in Lebanon and on all fronts of support will grow stronger and bigger." The Houthis reaffirmed their commitment to the shared cause and their determination to persevere in the face of adversity.
In a statement, the group declared, "The resistance will not be broken, and the Jihadist spirit of the Mujahideen brothers in Lebanon and on all fronts of support will grow stronger and bigger." The Houthis reaffirmed their commitment to the shared cause and their determination to persevere in the face of adversity.
23:32 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: France calls on Israel to stop Lebanon strikes
France on Saturday called on Israel to stop striking Lebanon, as the killing of the head of the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group sparked fears of a widening war in the Middle East.
Speaking with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati, French foreign minister Jean-Noel Barrot said Paris wanted "an immediate halt to Israeli strikes in Lebanon" and was "opposed to any ground operation", the foreign ministry said in a statement.
Speaking with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati, French foreign minister Jean-Noel Barrot said Paris wanted "an immediate halt to Israeli strikes in Lebanon" and was "opposed to any ground operation", the foreign ministry said in a statement.
23:30 (IST) Sep 28
Hassan Nasrallah: TV anchor breaks down on-air; Iraqi lawmakers cry on cam
23:24 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Hundreds of fleeing families sleep on beaches and streets after Israel's strikes shake Beirut
Smoke was still rising from Beirut's southern suburbs Saturday morning, visible to many of the families who had fled their homes there the night before to escape Israel's massive bombardment. It had been a harrowing night - getting out amid earthshaking explosions, looking in vain for space in one of the overflowing schools-turned-shelters. By the morning, hundreds of families were sleeping in public squares, on beaches or in cars around Beirut.
Lines of people trudged up to the mountains above the Lebanese capital, holding infants and a few belongings.
Overnight, Israel unleashed a series of strikes on various parts of Dahiyeh, the predominantly Shiite collection of suburbs on Beirut's southern edge where tens of thousands of residents live. The biggest blasts to hit Beirut in nearly a year of conflict killed the leader of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah Friday.
Lines of people trudged up to the mountains above the Lebanese capital, holding infants and a few belongings.
Overnight, Israel unleashed a series of strikes on various parts of Dahiyeh, the predominantly Shiite collection of suburbs on Beirut's southern edge where tens of thousands of residents live. The biggest blasts to hit Beirut in nearly a year of conflict killed the leader of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah Friday.
22:48 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: US orders diplomats' families to leave Lebanon
The US state department on Saturday ordered the families of embassy personnel in Beirut to leave the country and authorized the departure of some staff, as the Israel-Hezbollah conflict escalates.
The department ordered the departure "due to the increased volatility following airstrikes within Beirut and the volatile and unpredictable security situation throughout Lebanon," it said. All US citizens were urged to leave "while commercial options still remain available."
The department ordered the departure "due to the increased volatility following airstrikes within Beirut and the volatile and unpredictable security situation throughout Lebanon," it said. All US citizens were urged to leave "while commercial options still remain available."
22:36 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Lebanon PM says 'danger is threatening us' after Israeli strike kills Hezbollah head
Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati said on Saturday that his country was facing the threat of danger, after an Israeli airstrike the previous day killed the head of Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah.
Mikati was speaking at an emergency cabinet meeting that he convened upon returning from the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Mikati did not mention Nasrallah in his address, but his office later published a decision to hold three days of national mourning for Nasrallah.
Mikati was speaking at an emergency cabinet meeting that he convened upon returning from the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Mikati did not mention Nasrallah in his address, but his office later published a decision to hold three days of national mourning for Nasrallah.
22:29 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Biden calls Israeli strike killing Hezbollah's Nasrallah 'measure of justice'
President Joe Biden on Saturday called the Israeli strike that killed Hezbollah's Hassan Nasrallah a "measure of justice" for his four-decade reign of terror. The comments came after Lebanon's Hezbollah group confirmed earlier Saturday that Nasrallah, one of the group's founders, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut the previous day.
Biden noted that the operation to take out Nasrallah took place in the broader context of the conflict that began with Hamas' massacre of Israelis on October 7, 2023.
"Nasrallah, the next day, made the fateful decision to join hands with Hamas and open what he called a 'northern front' against Israel," Biden said in a statement.
He also noted that Hezbollah under Nasrallah's watch has been responsible for the deaths of thousands of Americans.
Biden noted that the operation to take out Nasrallah took place in the broader context of the conflict that began with Hamas' massacre of Israelis on October 7, 2023.
"Nasrallah, the next day, made the fateful decision to join hands with Hamas and open what he called a 'northern front' against Israel," Biden said in a statement.
He also noted that Hezbollah under Nasrallah's watch has been responsible for the deaths of thousands of Americans.
22:28 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Germany to evacuate diplomats' families from Israel, Lebanon
Germany said Saturday it would withdraw diplomats' families and reduce staffing at its missions in Israel, Lebanon and the West Bank after the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah by Israel.
In a statement the foreign ministry said its crisis cell had met on Saturday to discuss "the highly tense situation in Lebanon and the wider region after the latest attacks" and had decided "to raise the crisis level for the missions in Beirut, Ramallah and Tel Aviv".
"In concrete terms this means that family members of personnel posted there will leave and travel to a safe location in the region or in Germany," the ministry said.
In a statement the foreign ministry said its crisis cell had met on Saturday to discuss "the highly tense situation in Lebanon and the wider region after the latest attacks" and had decided "to raise the crisis level for the missions in Beirut, Ramallah and Tel Aviv".
"In concrete terms this means that family members of personnel posted there will leave and travel to a safe location in the region or in Germany," the ministry said.
22:20 (IST) Sep 28
A protest march took place on Saturday in Jammu & Kashmir’s Budgam in response to the killing of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah by the Israel Defence Force (IDF).
22:14 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Israel killing of Hezbollah chief Nasrallah sparks condemnation
Israel's foes vowed revenge on Saturday after Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah announced its longtime leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed in an Israeli air strike on Beirut suburbs. World powers also warned of the killing's potential repercussions, with the spectre of all-out war looming over the Middle East. Countries which criticised Nasrallah's killing include Iran, Russia, Iraq, Syria, Turkey amongst other nations.
22:03 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Embattled Netanyahu buoyed by Hezbollah chief's killing, say Analysts
The killing of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah is a major boost for embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has faced huge protests at home and growing criticism from abroad, analysts said Saturday.
Yet Israeli officials stressed their fight against the Lebanese militant group was not over, again teasing the possibility of a ground incursion even as they crowed about the death of one of their country's "greatest enemies".
Hezbollah confirmed on Saturday afternoon that Nasrallah, the group's leader for more than three decades, died in an Israeli strike on its bastion in Beirut's southern suburbs on Friday.
Yet Israeli officials stressed their fight against the Lebanese militant group was not over, again teasing the possibility of a ground incursion even as they crowed about the death of one of their country's "greatest enemies".
Hezbollah confirmed on Saturday afternoon that Nasrallah, the group's leader for more than three decades, died in an Israeli strike on its bastion in Beirut's southern suburbs on Friday.
21:32 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Destabilisation of Lebanon 'not in Israel's security interest', says German FM
The German government said Saturday that the killing of long-time Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in a wave of Israeli strikes on Lebanon could have negative repercussions for Israel's own security.
In an interview to German TV channel ARD, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said the "highly dangerous" situation after Nasrallah's death "threatens destabilisation for the whole of Lebanon", adding: "That is in no way in Israel's security interest."
In an interview to German TV channel ARD, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said the "highly dangerous" situation after Nasrallah's death "threatens destabilisation for the whole of Lebanon", adding: "That is in no way in Israel's security interest."
21:13 (IST) Sep 28
Iran's Khamenei shifted to this location after Nasrallah killed; Israel issues big threat
21:08 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: US determined to prevent Iran from expanding Mideast conflict, Austin tells Israel's Gallant
The United States is determined to prevent Iran and Iran-backed groups from exploiting the situation in Lebanon or expanding the conflict, US defense secretary Lloyd Austin told Israeli counterpart Yoav Gallant in calls on Friday.
Austin expressed full US support for Israel's right to defend itself and "made it clear that the United States remains postured to protect US forces and facilities in the region and committed to the defense of Israel," Pentagon spokesperson Pat Ryder said in a statement on Saturday.
Austin expressed full US support for Israel's right to defend itself and "made it clear that the United States remains postured to protect US forces and facilities in the region and committed to the defense of Israel," Pentagon spokesperson Pat Ryder said in a statement on Saturday.
20:45 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Russia condemns Israel's killing of Hezbollah leader Nasrallah
Russia strongly condemns Israel's killing of Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, the foreign ministry said on Saturday, calling on Israel to stop hostilities in Lebanon. "This forceful action is fraught with even greater dramatic consequences for Lebanon and the entire Middle East," the ministry said in a statement.
20:45 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Israel army says conducts 'precise strike' in Hezbollah bastion in Beirut
Israel army said that they conducted 'precise strike' in Hezbollah bastion in Beirut hours after the Lebanese militant group confirmed the death of its longtime leader, whose killing could dramatically reshape conflicts across the Middle East.
20:27 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Air raid sirens sound at Tel Aviv airport shortly after PM Netanyahu lands
Air raid sirens sound at Tel Aviv's international airport shortly after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu landed. Army says sirens in central Israel were due to missile launched from Yemen.
20:07 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Iran VP says Hezbollah chief's killing will lead to Israel's 'destruction'
Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref said Saturday that the killing of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah in an air strike in the Lebanese capital will bring about Israel's "destruction".
"We warn the leaders of the occupying regime that the unjust bloodshed... especially of Hezbollah's secretary general, martyr Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah, will bring about their destruction," Iran's ISNA news agency quoted Aref as saying.
"We warn the leaders of the occupying regime that the unjust bloodshed... especially of Hezbollah's secretary general, martyr Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah, will bring about their destruction," Iran's ISNA news agency quoted Aref as saying.
19:48 (IST) Sep 28
An Israeli airstrike in Beirut has killed a prominent Iranian general from the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, Abbas Nilforushan, alongside Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, Iranian media reported on Saturday.
19:33 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Over 50,000 have fled Lebanon for Syria amid Israeli strikes, according to UN
According to Filippo Grandi, the UN refugee chief, a significant number of individuals have sought refuge in Syria due to the intensifying Israeli air strikes targeting Lebanon. In a statement posted on X, Grandi revealed that more than 50,000 Lebanese and Syrians living in Lebanon have now crossed into Syria fleeing Israeli air strikes.
Furthermore, Grandi emphasised the scale of displacement within Lebanon itself, stating that well over 200,000 people are displaced inside Lebanon. A spokesperson from the UNHCR provided additional details, indicating that the total number of displaced individuals in Lebanon had reached a staggering 211,319. Notably, 118,000 of these displacements occurred since the beginning of the week, coinciding with Israel's escalation of air strikes on Monday.
Furthermore, Grandi emphasised the scale of displacement within Lebanon itself, stating that well over 200,000 people are displaced inside Lebanon. A spokesperson from the UNHCR provided additional details, indicating that the total number of displaced individuals in Lebanon had reached a staggering 211,319. Notably, 118,000 of these displacements occurred since the beginning of the week, coinciding with Israel's escalation of air strikes on Monday.
19:27 (IST) Sep 28
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19:23 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Here's what Israel embassy in India spokesperson Guy Nir said on Israeli strikes
Spokesperson, Israel embassy in India, Guy Nir said, "A few hours ago, Israel Defence Force confirmed the elimination of Hassan Nasrallah, along with him many other Hezbollah's high-rank officials, people with lots of blood in their hands. Those who threaten Israeli civilians will be found and eliminated whether it's near or far. Just as we are prepared for this precise attack, we're prepared for many other scenarios."
19:14 (IST) Sep 28
Video: How Israel executed operation 'New Order' to kill Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut
Israel unleashed a series of strikes on Hezbollah positions in eastern and southern Lebanon, claiming to have targeted over 140 sites linked to the militant group. Residential buildings were reportedly flattened, sending plumes of smoke billowing into the morning sky.
19:05 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Erdogan says Israel committing 'genocide' in Lebanon
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that Israel was committing a "genocide" in Lebanon after Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah was confirmed among hundreds killed in Israeli strikes this week. "Lebanon and the Lebanese people are the latest target of a policy of genocide, occupation and invasion carried out by Israel since October 7," Erdogan wrote on X.
18:54 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Path to diplomacy may seem difficult, but necessary, says Blinken as Israel strikes Beirut
Hours after the Israeli military launched a series of air strikes on the Lebanese capital, Beirut, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken on Friday reiterated his concerns, saying that "diplomacy is the best path forward," Al Jazeera reported.
"The choices that all parties make in the coming days will determine which path this region is on, with profound consequences for its people now and possibly for years to come," Blinken said, while speaking to reporters in New York on Friday afternoon.
"The path to diplomacy may seem difficult to see at this moment, but it is there and in our judgement, it is necessary," the top US diplomat added, saying that the Middle East and the world faces "a precarious moment."
Blinken's remarks came a few hours after the Israeli military launched a barrage of missiles in Beirut, accusing Hezbollah of having its "central headquarters" in its southern suburbs.
"The choices that all parties make in the coming days will determine which path this region is on, with profound consequences for its people now and possibly for years to come," Blinken said, while speaking to reporters in New York on Friday afternoon.
"The path to diplomacy may seem difficult to see at this moment, but it is there and in our judgement, it is necessary," the top US diplomat added, saying that the Middle East and the world faces "a precarious moment."
Blinken's remarks came a few hours after the Israeli military launched a barrage of missiles in Beirut, accusing Hezbollah of having its "central headquarters" in its southern suburbs.
18:42 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Iran says a senior commander was killed in an Israeli strike together with Nasrallah
Iran announced Saturday that a prominent general in its paramilitary Revolutionary Guard sanctioned by the US died in an airstrike that killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut.
Abbas Nilforushan, 58, was killed Friday in Lebanon, Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency reported.
The US Treasury had identified Nilforushan as the deputy commander for operations in the Guard. It sanctioned him in 2022 and said he had led an organization “directly in charge of protest suppression, which has played a critical role in arresting protest leaders during previous protests.” Those sanctions came amid the monthslong protests over the death of Mahsa Amini after her arrest for allegedly not wearing her headscarf, or hijab, to the liking of police.
Abbas Nilforushan, 58, was killed Friday in Lebanon, Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency reported.
The US Treasury had identified Nilforushan as the deputy commander for operations in the Guard. It sanctioned him in 2022 and said he had led an organization “directly in charge of protest suppression, which has played a critical role in arresting protest leaders during previous protests.” Those sanctions came amid the monthslong protests over the death of Mahsa Amini after her arrest for allegedly not wearing her headscarf, or hijab, to the liking of police.
18:37 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Yemen's Houthis mourn slain Hezbollah chief, say resistance will not be broken
The Houthi movement in Yemen on Saturday mourned the death of Hezbollah chief Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, its ally in an Iran-backed alliance opposing Israel, in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut.
"The resistance will not be broken, and the Jihadist spirit of the Mujahideen brothers in Lebanon and on all fronts of support will grow stronger and bigger," the group said in a statement.
"The resistance will not be broken, and the Jihadist spirit of the Mujahideen brothers in Lebanon and on all fronts of support will grow stronger and bigger," the group said in a statement.
18:34 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Who is Hashem Safieddine, Hezbollah's possible new leader?
Hashem Safieddine is being viewed as a potential heir to Nasrallah. A cousin of the late leader, Safieddine is currently overseeing Hezbollah’s political affairs and serves on the group's Jihad Council. However, Safieddine was designated a terrorist by the US State Department in 2017 and has previously threatened retaliation against Israel following the deaths of other key Hezbollah figures.
18:23 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Iran Revolutionary Guards deputy commander killed in Israeli strikes in Beirut
Iran Revolutionary Guards' deputy commander Abbas Nilforoushan was killed in the Israeli strikes on Beirut on Friday, Iranian media reported on Saturday.
18:05 (IST) Sep 28
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17:46 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Hamas condemns Nasrallah killing as 'cowardly terrorist act'
Hamas on Saturday condemned the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah after the Lebanon-based group confirmed his death in an Israeli strike on south Beirut a day earlier.
"We condemn in the strongest terms this barbaric Zionist aggression and targeting of residential buildings and we consider it a cowardly terrorist act," the group said in a statement, offering "condolences, and solidarity with the brothers in Hezbollah and the Islamic Resistance in Lebanon on the martyrdom of Nasrallah".
"We condemn in the strongest terms this barbaric Zionist aggression and targeting of residential buildings and we consider it a cowardly terrorist act," the group said in a statement, offering "condolences, and solidarity with the brothers in Hezbollah and the Islamic Resistance in Lebanon on the martyrdom of Nasrallah".
17:34 (IST) Sep 28
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has sharply condemned Israel's recent military actions in Lebanon, deeming them "short-sighted" in light of airstrikes that Israel claims resulted in the death of Hezbollah's chief, Hassan Nasrallah.
17:30 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Hezbollah chief's death 'fantastic' news, say Israelis
Israelis rejoiced Saturday at the news that Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah had been killed while also offering mixed takes on whether this would make them safer in the long term.
Even before Hezbollah officially confirmed his death on Saturday afternoon, Israelis on Tel Aviv's waterfront promenade said the news came a welcome relief amid escalating clashes along the Israel-Lebanon border.
"Absolutely fantastic news, it should have been done a long time ago," said David Shalev, a resident of Israel's commercial hub.
Even before Hezbollah officially confirmed his death on Saturday afternoon, Israelis on Tel Aviv's waterfront promenade said the news came a welcome relief amid escalating clashes along the Israel-Lebanon border.
"Absolutely fantastic news, it should have been done a long time ago," said David Shalev, a resident of Israel's commercial hub.
17:13 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Hezbollah confirms leader Hassan Nasrallah killed in Israeli airstrike
Lebanon’s Hezbollah group has confirmed that its leader and one of its founders, Hassan Nasrallah, was killed in an Israeli airstrike. A statement Saturday said Nasrallah “has joined his fellow martyrs.”
The statement says Hezbollah vows to “continue the holy war against the enemy and in support of Palestine.”
Nasrallah led the militant group for more than three decades. His death could dramatically reshape conflicts across the Middle East.
The statement says Hezbollah vows to “continue the holy war against the enemy and in support of Palestine.”
Nasrallah led the militant group for more than three decades. His death could dramatically reshape conflicts across the Middle East.
17:02 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: France says it has information confirming Hezbollah chief Nasrallah is dead
France's foreign ministry said on Saturday that according to its information Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah was indeed dead, after Israel said it had killed him a day earlier.
The Iran-backed Hezbollah has yet to issue any statement on the status of Nasrallah, its leader for 32 years.
"According to the information we have, Hassan Nasrallah, secretary general of Hezbollah, would indeed have died," the French foreign ministry said in a statement.
The Iran-backed Hezbollah has yet to issue any statement on the status of Nasrallah, its leader for 32 years.
"According to the information we have, Hassan Nasrallah, secretary general of Hezbollah, would indeed have died," the French foreign ministry said in a statement.
16:56 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: Iran supreme leader condemns 'short-sighted' Israeli policy after Lebanon strikes
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei condemned on Saturday what he called an Israeli "massacre" in Lebanon after strikes that Israel said killed the Hezbollah armed group's leader.
Lebanon's health ministry gave a preliminary toll of six dead and 91 wounded from the latest strikes on Beirut's densely populated southern suburbs since Friday, the fiercest to hit Hezbollah's stronghold since Israel and the group last went to war in 2006.
Lebanon's health ministry has said hundreds have been killed in Israeli air raids since Monday, the deadliest day of violence since Lebanon's 1975-90 civil war, as cross-border exchanges of fire between Hezbollah and Israel escalated.
Lebanon's health ministry gave a preliminary toll of six dead and 91 wounded from the latest strikes on Beirut's densely populated southern suburbs since Friday, the fiercest to hit Hezbollah's stronghold since Israel and the group last went to war in 2006.
Lebanon's health ministry has said hundreds have been killed in Israeli air raids since Monday, the deadliest day of violence since Lebanon's 1975-90 civil war, as cross-border exchanges of fire between Hezbollah and Israel escalated.
16:38 (IST) Sep 28
Israel-Hezbollah War Live: EU recommends airlines avoid Lebanese, Israeli airspace
Airlines should avoid Lebanese and Israeli airspace for the coming month, the European Union said Saturday, amid an escalation in air strikes and rocket fire between Israel and Hezbollah.
The European Commission and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) warned in a statement of "an overall intensification of air strikes and degradation in the security situation".
They issued an official recommendation "not to operate within the airspaces of Lebanon and Israel at all flight levels".
The European Commission and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) warned in a statement of "an overall intensification of air strikes and degradation in the security situation".
They issued an official recommendation "not to operate within the airspaces of Lebanon and Israel at all flight levels".
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On Sunday, Israel escalated its military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, launching airstrikes on multiple targets following the death of the group's leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah. The Israeli military reported that its air force hit various Hezbollah sites, including missile launchers aimed at Israel and facilities for weapon storage. Nasrallah was killed in a significant airstrike on Friday that targeted his headquarters in Beirut’s southern suburbs, representing a serious blow to Hezbollah and its Iranian allies. Following the announcement of his death, Hezbollah confirmed it and vowed to continue its resistance, firing rockets at Israel on Sunday morning.
This escalation comes amidst fears of a broader conflict that could involve Iran and the United States, particularly as Hezbollah and Israel have been engaged in parallel hostilities since the onset of Israel's war in Gaza after the October 7 attacks by Hamas. Since fighting began on October 8, Lebanese health authorities report over 1,670 fatalities, including 104 children, due to Israeli strikes. Many displaced families in Beirut are now living in makeshift conditions, and the United Nations' World Food Programme has launched emergency operations to provide food for up to one million people affected by the conflict.
This escalation comes amidst fears of a broader conflict that could involve Iran and the United States, particularly as Hezbollah and Israel have been engaged in parallel hostilities since the onset of Israel's war in Gaza after the October 7 attacks by Hamas. Since fighting began on October 8, Lebanese health authorities report over 1,670 fatalities, including 104 children, due to Israeli strikes. Many displaced families in Beirut are now living in makeshift conditions, and the United Nations' World Food Programme has launched emergency operations to provide food for up to one million people affected by the conflict.
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