Protests Erupt in Beirut in Support of Gaza

Hundreds of protesters clashed with Lebanese security forces in a Beirut suburb near the US Embassy in support of both Gazas civilian residents and the militant group Hamas.

Hundreds of protesters clashed with Lebanese security forces in a Beirut suburb near the US Embassy on Wednesday. The protests were in support of both Gaza's civilian residents and the militant group Hamas in its war with Israel.

Hezbollah Holds Rally in Support of Palestinians

Meanwhile, in a southern suburb of Beirut, the Hezbollah group, a key ally of Hamas, held its own rally Wednesday. Thousands of Hezbollah supporters and Palestinians waved Palestinian flags and protested against the explosion at the Al-Ahli hospital in Gaza the day before.

Saudi Arabia Advises Citizens to Leave Lebanon

As the clashes continue, Saudi Arabia became the latest country to ask its citizens to leave Lebanon. The U.S. State Department warned its citizens not to come and urged those in the country to "make appropriate arrangements to leave," while commercial flights are still available.

Lebanese Red Cross Collects Bodies of Slain Hezbollah Militants

Earlier on Wednesday, the Lebanese Red Cross collected the bodies and remains of four slain Hezbollah militants. The Hezbollah spokesperson said the bodies belonged to militants whose deaths were announced the day before, without giving additional details. Hezbollah announced the death of five of its fighters Tuesday.

Israel-Hezbollah Clashes Continue

Hezbollah and Israel have clashed along the Lebanon-Israel border, though the skirmishes remain mostly contained along a handful of border towns. The militant group announced another death among its ranks Wednesday, its eleventh since the conflict began.

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has sparked widespread protests and violence in the region. The clashes in Beirut highlight the deep divisions and tensions in Lebanon, which has been grappling with its own political and economic crises. As the death toll continues to rise, the international community is calling for a ceasefire and a peaceful resolution to the conflict.