Hey amigos, things are heating up in the Middle East! 😰 An 11-story building in Beirut just came tumbling down after Israeli air strikes hit the area. The building, which housed shops, apartments, and even a gym, collapsed in the bustling Chiyah district, leaving locals in shock. 🏢💥
Early Friday, Israeli warplanes unleashed a series of strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs. The Lebanese Health Ministry reported that five Hezbollah-affiliated paramedics lost their lives in the south due to these attacks. That's a big hit to those risking their lives to help others. 💔
Since last October, when Israel and Hezbollah started exchanging fire, the situation has escalated. The World Health Organization reports that 226 health workers and patients have been killed in Lebanon during this period. It's not just fighters who are suffering; everyday people are caught in the crossfire. 🏥🙏
The Israeli military mentioned that they targeted areas around the city of Tyre, including observation posts, command centers, and weapons storage facilities. They stated they've \"completed a series of strikes on Hezbollah terrorist command centers\" in south Beirut. 🎯
An AFK photographer captured the dramatic moment a missile struck the towering building. The impact triggered a massive fireball, and the entire structure crumbled, scattering debris across the street. It's like something out of a movie, but this is real life, and real people are affected. 📸🔥
Things have been intensifying since September 23. The Israeli army has ramped up air attacks on Lebanon, escalating its conflict with Hezbollah. They even initiated a ground operation across the northern border into Lebanon in early October. It's a tough time for everyone involved. 🎖️
The human toll is heartbreaking. According to the Lebanese Health Ministry, Israeli air strikes have resulted in 3,645 deaths, with over 15,355 individuals injured since October 8, 2023. That's thousands of families changed forever. 💔
Let's hope for peace soon. No one wants to see more buildings fall or lives lost. Stay tuned for more updates, and keep the people of Lebanon in your thoughts. ✌️🌍
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Eleven-story building toppled as Israel keeps up strikes in Lebanon
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