War expands to central Beirut as Israel says Iranians hit in luxury hotel
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Israel struck a Beirut hotel, claiming to target Iranian Quds Force operatives, escalating regional conflict.
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The Israeli military announced it conducted a strike in central Beirut targeting Quds Force operatives, marking an expansion of conflict following renewed hostilities with Hezbollah. According to the Israeli military, the operation hit a meeting of Iranian Quds Force members within a luxury hotel. This development signifies a significant escalation in the regional conflict, bringing direct Israeli military action into the Lebanese capital. The strike raises concerns about potential further retaliation and broader destabilization in the Middle East.
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The Israeli military conducted a strike in central Beirut targeting Quds Force operatives.
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