Israel Resumes Strikes on Beirut, Hits Lebanese Army Checkpoint for First Time

Israel has renewed its airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut and southern Lebanon, escalating its military campaign in the region. For the first time, an Israeli airstrike directly hit a Lebanese army checkpoint, marking a significant expansion of targets beyond the usual focus on Hezbollah positions. The strikes represent a continuation of Israel's broader military operations against Iranian-backed Hezbollah, the powerful Shiite militant group that controls much of southern Lebanon and has been engaged in cross-border fighting with Israel since the Gaza war began in October 2023.