IDF says it hit key commanders of IRGC’s Quds Force in Beirut - The Times of Israel

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that it targeted key commanders of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Quds Force in Beirut. This military action is part of a broader context of escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. On February 21, 2026, Israeli strikes in eastern Lebanon resulted in the deaths of at least 10 individuals, including a senior Hezbollah military official. The strikes occurred in the Bekaa Valley region, specifically in Baalbek, and were described as the deadliest in weeks, violating a ceasefire agreement signed in November 2024. Hezbollah has stated that it feels it has "no choice" but to defend itself following these strikes. The group emphasized its commitment to resistance in response to the Israeli military actions. In a speech broadcast on Hezbollah’s television channel Al-Manar, the deputy chairman of Hezbollah’s political council indicated that the organization is weighing its response to the situation, which has intensified following the deaths of its members. Reports indicate that at least 24 people were wounded in the strikes, including three children. The IDF claimed that the strikes were aimed at eliminating members of Hezbollah who were allegedly planning operations against Israel. The situation has prompted Hezbollah to increase internal meetings as it considers its next steps amid the rising tensions and the potential for broader conflict involving the U.S. and Iran.