Israeli strike hits Beirut waterfront near tents of displaced

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete March 12, 2026 at 02:53 AM

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On March 12, 2026, an Israeli strike hit the Ramlet al-Baida seafront in Beirut. The strike resulted in at least six fatalities. According to Al Jazeera's Heidi Pett, the targeted area is a known location where individuals displaced by Israeli bombardment have erected tents for shelter. The incident occurred on the Beirut waterfront, a place where displaced people have sought refuge. The reason for the strike has not been disclosed in the provided information.

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Conflict

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At least six people are dead from an Israeli strike on Beirut’s Ramlet al-Baida seafront.

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Israeli strike hits Beirut waterfront near tents of displaced

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The area is a popular spot for people displaced by Israeli bombardment to set up tents to live in.

factual — Al Jazeera’s Heidi Pett90% confidence

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Key Entities & Roles

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Heidi Pett 50% Al Jazeera 60% Ramlet al-Baida 70% Beirut ×280% Israel ×290%

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israeli strike 100% displaced people 90% beirut waterfront 80% tents 70% casualties 60% ramlet al-baida 60% bombardment 50%

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Al Jazeera

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News Report

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Israel

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