Iranian Aircraft Turned Away After Israeli Threat of “Force” Over Beirut Landing.
An Iranian aircraft was prevented from entering Lebanese airspace after Israel warned Beirut’s air traffic control that it would use “force” if the plane attempted to land, Reuters reported.
The source from Lebanon’s ministry of transport confirmed the incident but added that it was unclear what the aircraft was carrying.
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The ministry source stressed, “The priority is people’s lives,” without providing further details about the situation or the potential threat posed by the aircraft.
This incident comes in the wake of escalating tensions after the Israeli military announced it had killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in a series of airstrikes in Beirut.
Nasrallah led the Iranian-backed militant group, Hezbollah, which is a key player in the so-called “Axis of Resistance” aligned with Iran, alongside Hamas and other regional forces opposing Israel.
Iran has been a long-time supporter of Hezbollah, providing financial aid and military equipment to the group, which has engaged in multiple conflicts with Israel over the years.
This latest development could signal a further rise in regional tensions as both sides brace for potential retaliation.
