Israeli strikes in south Beirut have killed seven people and wounded dozens, amid growing tensions in the Middle East. The conflict began with Hezbollah's attacks on Israel, prompting a response from Israel with broad strikes and a ground offensive. The situation remains volatile, with reports of casualties continuing to emerge.

Israeli strikes in south Beirut and a nearby area killed seven people and wounded dozens, Lebanon's health ministry said on Wednesday. Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war on March 2 when Hezbollah launched attacks on Israel to avenge the killing of Iran's leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Israel has responded with broad strikes across Lebanon and a ground offensive.