In a recent escalation of violence, Israeli airstrikes targeted the southern suburbs of Beirut early yesterday morning, resulting in the deaths of four Lebanese individuals, including a woman, and injuring several others.

The airstrikes caused significant damage to nearby buildings, marking the second such incident since a ceasefire agreement was announced on November 27.

The Israeli military conducted the airstrike without prior evacuation warnings, similar to an attack that occurred the previous Friday in the Hadath area.

This most recent attack involved two missiles striking a nine-story building, specifically targeting the top three floors.

One of the deceased was Hassan Badir, an aide responsible for Palestinian affairs in Hezbollah, along with his son Ali and two additional individuals.

The resurgence of targeted killings in the region has raised alarms regarding the stability of the ceasefire, which has now entered its fifth month.

Observers note that Israel may have a strategic agenda behind this escalation, driven by claims that Badir was planning a 'serious operation against Israel'.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the airstrike, deeming the attack on the outskirts of Beirut a serious warning regarding Israel's intentions towards Lebanon, particularly given the timing of the incident.

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam classified the attack as a 'flagrant violation' of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701, condemning it as a clear breach of the arrangements established to halt hostilities agreed upon in November.

In response to the airstrikes, a spokesperson for the U.S. State Department stated that Israel has the right to defend itself against missile attacks originating from Lebanon, reiterating the U.S. support for Israel's defensive actions.