Israeli Airstrike Rocks Southern Beirut, Lebanon
A devastating Israeli airstrike hit southern Beirut on Sunday, April 27, 2025, shortly after the Israeli military issued an evacuation warning for the Lebanese capital. According to reports from CNN, the strike targeted a Hezbollah facility in Beirut that stored precision missiles.
The attack, which occurred shortly after 6:00 p.m. local time, sent a huge plume of smoke rising from the area, as captured by footage from Reuters. The Lebanese Civil Defense reported that they extinguished fires caused by the Israeli strike and recorded no injuries.
In a joint statement, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed that the target of the strike was a Hezbollah facility storing precision missiles. However, Hezbollah has not yet commented on the matter.
The Israeli military had advised civilians to evacuate from the Hadath neighborhood, with Israel Defense Forces spokesman Avichay Adraee stating that Hezbollah was using facilities in the area and civilians should move 300 meters away. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel for attacking the area and urged the US and France to "compel Israel to immediately halt its aggressions."
This recent strike is not an isolated incident. Since a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah went into effect in November, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has carried out a number of strikes, regularly targeting southern Lebanon. The IDF claims these strikes have targeted Hezbollah militants and facilities. However, strikes in the capital of Beirut have been rare. On April 1, the IDF struck a target in the Dahieh area in Beirut, and only days before, the Israeli military had conducted another attack in Beirut.
The international community has expressed concern over the escalating tensions. UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis stated that Sunday’s strike "generated panic and fear of renewed violence among those desperate for a return to normalcy." She urged all sides to stop actions that could undermine the ceasefire.
Historically, the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah dates back to the Gaza war, which led to 13 months of cross-border attacks. Israel launched an intense ground and aerial campaign in September last year, eliminating the militant group’s leader. The November ceasefire brought temporary relief, but the recent strikes indicate that tensions remain high.
As reported by CNN, the situation is developing, and the news provider will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
In the meantime, residents of Beirut and southern Lebanon remain on edge, anxiously awaiting the next development in this ongoing conflict. The Lebanese people are "desperate for a return to normalcy," as stated by UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of the ceasefire and the need for continued diplomatic efforts to maintain peace in the region. As the situation unfolds, CNN will provide comprehensive coverage and updates.
According to CNN sources, the evacuation warnings and airstrikes are a clear indication that the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah is far from over.
The people of Lebanon and Israel deserve peace and stability, and it is imperative that their leaders work towards achieving this goal.
In related news, there have been reports of other incidents in the region, but no further details have been released.
For now, the situation remains fluid, and CNN will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as the story unfolds.
Residents are advised to stay tuned to local news and follow evacuation instructions from local authorities.
This is a developing story, and CNN will provide updates as more information becomes available.
