Israeli Strike Hits Building in Central Beirut
A site of overnight Israeli airstrikes is pictured in the southern suburbs of Beirut on March 6, 2026. Heavy attacks were reported in Tehran on March 6 after Israel said it was hitting "regime infrastructure" in a "new phase" of the war it launched with the United States against Iran. As the conflict entered its seventh day, its regional repercussions continued -- with Qatar saying it intercepted a drone targeting a US base, and Lebanon reporting the death toll from Israeli strikes had risen to 123. (Photo
An Israeli airstrike has hit a residential building in central Beirut, marking the second such attack in the Lebanese capital since the escalation of the ongoing Middle East conflict.
According to local sources, the strike occurred in a densely populated area of the city, causing significant damage to the building and sparking panic among residents. Emergency responders quickly rushed to the scene to assess the destruction and search for possible casualties.
Authorities in Lebanon said the blast shook nearby neighborhoods, with debris scattered across surrounding streets. While the full extent of casualties has not yet been confirmed, reports indicate that several people may have been injured.
The attack represents a rare strike in the heart of Beirut, raising concerns about a widening conflict between Israel and armed groups operating in Lebanon.
Security officials said investigations are ongoing as tensions across the region continue to escalate amid the prolonged war in the Middle East.
