The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) carried out a series of airstrikes in Beirut's southern suburbs, targeting what it said were underground drone factories associated with Iran-backed militia Hezbollah.
Less than two hours before the attacks, the IDF's Arabic-language spokesperson Avichay Adraee had posted on his social media accounts that residents in the area were located "near facilities belonging" to Hezbollah and should evacuate with immediate effect.
Lebanon President Joseph Aoun condemned what he called the "Israeli aggression," labeling the airstrikes a "flagrant violation" of the ceasefire agreed between the countries last November.
It was the fourth time that Beirut has been bombed since the truce in November. Israel's military has also continually targeted southern Lebanon and Israeli troops still occupy five hilltop positions in the south.
