In a startling turn of events, Israeli warplanes reportedly struck the office of Syria's Ba'ath Party in central Beirut at noon on Sunday. 🕛 The attack was confirmed by local TV channel al-Jadeed and the Lebanon National News Agency.
\"The enemy carried out a strike on Ras al-Nabaa,\" the official news agency reported, referring to an area buzzing with life near the French embassy and a prominent university. The heart of Beirut was shaken, leaving residents in disbelief.
A security source, speaking anonymously to AFP, revealed that the strike specifically targeted \"the Lebanese branch of the Syrian Ba'ath Party,\" which operates from a modest apartment in the bustling district. The motives behind the attack remain unclear, adding to the region's growing tensions.
This incident marks a significant escalation in the already fragile relations in the Middle East. Young people around the world are watching closely as developments unfold, hoping for a peaceful resolution. ✌️
(With input from AFP)
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Israeli warplanes reportedly attack Syrian party's office in Beirut
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