Israeli Airstrike on Baath Party Building in Beirut Kills Hezbollah's Media Chief Mohammad Afif

Nov 17, 2024, 12:10 PM

An Israeli airstrike on Beirut has reportedly killed Hezbollah's media relations chief, Mohammad Afif. The strike targeted the Baath Party building in the Ras al-Nabaa area, linked to Syria's Assad regime. Afif was reportedly hiding in the building at the time of the strike, though some reports suggest he was present by chance. Multiple Lebanese security sources cited by Reuters, as well as Al-Hadath and Al-Mayadeen channels, have confirmed Afif's death. Israeli officials have also confirmed the strike. The attack indicates a potential expansion of Israel's operations into areas previously considered outside its scope.