Biden’s Upcoming Discussion with Netanyahu Amid Escalating Conflict
On Sunday, President Biden announced his intention to engage in a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, just as tensions escalated in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, particularly affecting Lebanon.
IDF Strikes Beirut: A Significant Development
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) executed an airstrike on Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, marking a pivotal moment as it was the first strike targeting this central area during the prolonged conflict. This military action occurred on Sunday evening and was reported by witnesses in central Beirut.
Earlier that day at Dover Air Force Base, Biden confirmed to journalists that he would be reaching out to Netanyahu. This communication took place mere hours before the airstrike commenced.
“I will indeed be speaking with him,” stated Biden. “And I’ll share what we discuss once our conversation concludes.”
Concerns Over Regional Stability
When questioned about efforts to prevent an “all-out war” in the Middle East, Biden emphasized the necessity of avoiding such escalation. He remarked, “We must do everything possible to steer clear of it.” The President also noted that precautions have been taken regarding U.S. embassies and personnel wishing to evacuate from affected areas.
“We’re not at that point yet,” he added, “but we are collaborating intensively with France and other allies to avert further conflict.”
Recent Developments: Targeting Hezbollah
The Associated Press reported on Sunday evening about the IDF’s airstrike coinciding with intensified operations against Hezbollah—a Lebanese militant group allied with Hamas—over that weekend. The IDF had previously focused its strikes primarily on southern regions of Beirut known for being Hezbollah strongholds.
In a significant turn of events over this past weekend alone, numerous casualties were reported among Lebanese civilians due to IDF actions; notably among them was Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah.
Key Figures Eliminated in Strikes
In addition to Nasrallah’s death during these operations, Israeli military sources confirmed they also targeted Nabil Kaouk—the deputy head of Hezbollah’s Central Council—resulting in his elimination as well.
As tensions continue rising between Israel and its adversaries within Lebanon and Gaza Strip territories amid ongoing hostilities since last year’s outbreak of violence between Israel and Hamas forces remains critical for international observers monitoring regional stability.
Fox News Digital has reached out for additional insights from White House officials regarding these developments.
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