Surge in Activity by Hardline Sunni Groups Coincides with Israeli Airstrikes in Lebanon

Surge in Activity by Hardline Sunni Groups Coincides with Israeli Airstrikes in Lebanon
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Unusual large-scale movements by thousands of motorcycle riders linked to hardline Sunni groups — including factions reportedly affiliated with al-Qaeda and Jabhat al-Nusra — have raised security concerns in Beirut, particularly in areas surrounding the southern suburb (Dahieh).

According to Al-Akhbar newspaper, cited by Shi’a Waves Agency, these widespread ground movements occurred simultaneously with Israeli airstrikes targeting parts of southern Lebanon.

Observers quoted by several Lebanese media outlets described the timing as significant, suggesting a possible form of field-level coordination between domestic mobilization by extremist Sunni groups and external military pressure.

Some analysts believe this parallel activity could signal an emerging security message or an indication of readiness for coordinated actions, although no official confirmation has been issued by Lebanese authorities.