Israeli Strike in Beirut Kills Commander of Hezbollah's Elite Radwan Force
An Israeli airstrike targeted the Dahiyeh neighborhood in southern Beirut on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, killing the commander of Hezbollah's elite Radwan force. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the assassination on Thursday, stating the operation was the first strike on the Lebanese capital in nearly a month. In response, Israel reimposed security restrictions near the northern border, anticipating retaliatory drone or missile attacks. At least three people were reported killed in the strike.
Date: May 6, 2026
Location: Lebanon
Conflict: Israel-Hezbollah Conflict
Category: assassination
Severity: CRITICAL
Casualties reported: 3
Source: The Guardian