Israeli Airstrikes Hit Beirut Amid Ceasefire Talks

Israeli airstrikes targeted Hezbollah positions in Beirut and its southern suburbs on Tuesday, marking one of the most extensive military operations in Lebanon amidst ongoing discussions about a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. The strikes, which included simultaneous attacks on multiple buildings, have resulted in significant casualties, with at least seven deaths reported from the Nweiri district. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is poised to discuss the ceasefire proposal, which calls for a two-month truce and mutual withdrawals by both Israel and Hezbollah from southern Lebanon. While there is cautious optimism surrounding the ceasefire negotiations, the heavy bombardment underscores the ongoing tensions and uncertainty regarding the potential for peace. International calls for a ceasefire have intensified, with G7 foreign ministers urging compliance with international law during military operations. As the situation evolves, the impact on the broader Israel-Hamas conflict remains to be seen.