Where Israeli Strikes Are Hitting Beirut

A video report published on March 13, 2026, details the impact of Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon, particularly around Beirut. The report, led by Christina Goldbaum, shows the areas affected by the strikes. Following evacuation warnings issued by Israel amidst conflict with Hezbollah, hundreds of thousands of people have fled from Beirut's surrounding areas and a large portion of southern Lebanon. The report aims to show the extent of the damage and displacement caused by the ongoing conflict. The video includes contributions from Jon Miller, Christina Thornell, Joey Sendaydiego, and David Guttenfelder.

On March 12, 2026, Israel escalated its military campaign in Lebanon by attacking central Beirut, specifically the Bashoura neighborhood and southern suburbs. This follows a week and a half of intensified Israeli bombing across Lebanon that began after Hezbollah launched rockets into Israel following the start of the United States-Israeli war on Iran. The Israeli military claims the offensive targets Hezbollah, while Lebanese authorities report at least 687 deaths, over 1,500 injuries, and over 800,000 people displaced. Hezbollah has responded with rocket strikes against Israel. The UN and humanitarian groups report that Lebanese civilians are bearing the brunt of the escalating conflict, with many seeking emergency shelter after being displaced.

Hezbollah, backed by Iran, launched approximately 200 missiles and drones into Israel, prompting retaliatory strikes by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) against Hezbollah strongholds in Beirut suburbs. Hezbollah claimed responsibility for the attacks, codenamed "Eaten Straw," targeting Israeli military sites. The IDF stated it would not tolerate harm to Israeli civilians and would respond forcefully to any threats. Tensions have been rising as Hezbollah rearms and resists US-backed ceasefire efforts. Israel's U.N. Ambassador urged Lebanon to restrain Hezbollah or face Israeli action to dismantle the organization. The Lebanese government has expressed interest in direct talks with Israel, but an Israeli official claimed Beirut was not affecting Hezbollah’s behavior.

Residents of Beirut's Aicha Bakkar neighbourhood reported feeling safe until an Israeli air strike hit their area on March 11, injuring four people and causing significant damage to a residential building. Mohammad al-Ahmad, who lives in the building next door, described hearing two explosions and finding his apartment covered in glass and concrete debris. The attack occurred after Hezbollah responded to the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on March 2. Israel intensified its attacks on Lebanon following the Hezbollah response, despite a ceasefire having been in effect since November 2024. The strike targeted a building used by the Jama’a Islamiye group, which denied any involvement. Israeli forces have pushed further into Lebanese territory, engaging Hezbollah in battle in several southern villages.