Israel bombs Beirut as US-Iran deal nears

The Israeli military struck the southern suburbs of Beirut on Sunday, killing at least three people. The attack came just as Iranian and US officials expressed optimism about reaching a diplomatic agreement. Lebanese authorities said the strikes hit a five-story apartment building. Critics accuse Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government of trying to derail the negotiations. The timing of the bombing has raised questions about Israel’s intentions. Both Washington and Tehran had signaled progress in talks.