Airstrikes targeted the southern suburbs of Beirut, areas commonly associated with Hezbollah, prompting residents to flee damaged neighbourhoods. Schools closed, and some public buildings were converted into emergency shelters to accommodate displaced families.
Casualties and Humanitarian Response
Lebanese authorities reported that at least 31 people were killed and approximately 149 injured in strikes across Beirut and other regions of the country between 2 and 3 March 2026. Officials emphasized that these numbers are provisional and aggregate casualties from multiple locations, with exact figures for Beirut alone still unavailable.
Humanitarian organizations responded by distributing sleeping bags, winter clothing, and mattresses to families seeking refuge in and around the city, highlighting the immediate strain on resources as residents cope with displacement.
Escalating Military Tensions
In retaliation, Hezbollah reportedly launched drones and missiles targeting Israeli military sites. The attacks have placed additional pressure on hospitals, emergency shelters, and daily life in Beirut, underscoring the growing humanitarian and security challenges as the conflict intensifies.
As the situation develops, uncertainty remains over casualty figures and the broader impact on the city’s infrastructure, with many residents caught in the escalating violence.
