Israel pounds Beirut and Gaza after rockets hit Israel’s north

The content describes the aftermath of Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut, Lebanon, retaliation for rocket attacks from Lebanon into Israel. The strikes have caused significant damage and casualties, escalating tensions in the region. The conflict has also led to casualties in Gaza and northern Israel. The U.S. is urging Israel to scale back its strikes, while efforts to negotiate truces have been stalled. The situation remains volatile, with both sides vowing to continue fighting, despite international calls for de-escalation and humanitarian aid efforts.