Israel pounds Beirut in expansion of war; Iran says countries have begun mediation efforts

Israel has expanded its military campaign, pounding Beirut, amidst reports that countries have begun mediation efforts to address the escalating conflict. The expansion of the war and the involvement of Iran in mediation efforts indicate a significant escalation of the situation. The conflict continues to spread beyond traditional zones, affecting multiple countries in the region. Diplomatic efforts are underway to mitigate the crisis, but the situation remains highly volatile.