Israel says it struck Hezbollah’s headquarters as huge explosions rock Beirut

Ambulances were seen heading to the scene of the explosions, sirens wailing

Emergency workers arrive at the scene of an Israeli airstrike in the town of Maisara, north of Beirut, Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Picture: AP Photo/Bilal Hussein

The Israeli military said it has carried out a “precise strike” on the central headquarters of Hezbollah in Beirut.

Army spokesman Daniel Hagari made the announcement in a televised address after the explosion in Beirut sent massive clouds of orange and black smoke billowing in the skies.