Huge explosion from Israeli strikes in Beirut --The IDF continued its bombing campaign in the early hours of Sunday | 5 Oct 2024 | The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) dropped more bombs on Beirut on Sunday, causing a large explosion in the Lebanese capital. The air raids continued into the night as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to redouble the fight against Hezbollah, which has been firing rockets and mortar shells into northern Israel. Al Jazeera correspondent Laura Khan reported "an absolutely massive explosion" in Beirut's southern suburbs, adding that she has seen at least two strikes. Videos posted to social media show a bright blaze followed by a powerful blast.