Israel is requesting approval from the US to expand its air campaign in Lebanon to include Beirut. The report stated that Israeli officials have made a formal request to Washington to enlarge the operational area. It was noted that the Israeli army has presented various operational plans including airstrikes targeting Beirut. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is said to have argued that Beirut should not be excluded from the scope of the attacks. The report also mentioned scenarios on the table that may require steps for civilian evacuation. However, it was reported that no final approval has been given by the US and no immediate statement has come from American officials on the matter.