Israeli airstrikes hit central Beirut, reportedly targeting Hezbollah official Wafiq Safa. Initial reports indicated at least 11 casualties, with numbers rising throughout the day. This marked a significant escalation, bringing the conflict closer to Lebanon's capital. Earlier, Israel struck a road linking Lebanon to Syria, while Hezbollah claimed to have destroyed an Israeli tank on the southern border. Diplomatic efforts intensified, with Prime Minister Mikati noting increased communications ahead of a UN Security Council meeting. UNIFIL reported attacks on its posts, with peacekeepers injured. The Israeli UN envoy stated Israel has "no desire to remain in Lebanon" but will do what's necessary to remove Hezbollah from its northern border. Reports emerged of Iran's Qaani being questioned regarding Nasrallah's alleged assassination, suggesting internal turmoil within the Iran-Hezbollah axis.