Iranian Embassy Condemns Israeli Airstrike on Hezbollah HQ in Beirut as 'Dangerous Escalation'

Sep 27, 2024, 06:12 PM

The Iranian Embassy in Beirut has condemned an Israeli airstrike on Beirut's southern suburbs, describing it as a 'dangerous game-changing escalation' and a 'reprehensible crime' that warrants 'appropriate punishment.' The embassy emphasized that the attack targeted densely populated residential neighborhoods and accused Israel of issuing false justifications to cover up its actions. The strike, which occurred on Friday, specifically targeted a Hezbollah stronghold, according to the embassy's statement. The embassy also referred to the incident as a 'massive bombing' of Hezbollah HQ, representing the stance of the Islamic Republic of Iran.