Israeli military conducts strikes across Lebanon

On April 8, 2026, the Israeli military reported conducting over 100 strikes within a 10-minute timeframe across Beirut, the Bekaa Valley, and southern Lebanon. The Israel Defense Forces stated that these operations targeted command and military centers belonging to Hezbollah. During the strikes, a video filmed by a 13-year-old girl in Beirut circulated on social media, showing the moment explosions began while she was seeking shelter with her father. Reports vary regarding the impact of these events, with some sources claiming hundreds of casualties while others focus on the military targets mentioned by the Israeli army. The strikes occurred during a period of ongoing regional tension following a reported ceasefire between the United States and Iran. The footage captures the immediate chaos and auditory impact of the aerial bombardment in the city. No independent verification of casualty numbers has been provided at this time.