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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Nothing can stop Lebanese people from vibing': Viral rooftop party video from Lebanon amid Iran-Israel war leaves internet in splits
Amid the ongoing Iran-Israel war, a bizarre video has surfaced on the internet, which is claimed to be coming out of Lebanon and shows a striking contrast as war tension escalates. The viral video is captured on a rooftop bar in Beirut, where people appear to be unfazed, despite rockets lighting up the sky nearby. In the clip, people are seen dancing, snapping selfies, and enjoying live trumpet music as if the turmoil around them doesn't exist. The viral video first surfaced on X (formerly called Twitter), showing a calm moment amid regional turmoil. Viral party video from Lebanon surfaces amid Iran-Israel war The footage that is now doing the rounds on the internet shows a trumpet player delivering a live performance on a rooftop restaurant, likely at one of Beirut's popular nightspots like SPINE or Iris Rooftop. However, the specific location is still unknown, but as per X's AI chatbot Grok's speculation, the footage came from a coastal pub in Beirut. Meanwhile, a DJ keeps the beats flowing in the background as guests stay completely engaged, holding their phones high to record the glowing missile trails streaking across the sky and beyond. There aren't any Dancing Israelis-there are Dancing Lebanese! Lebanon is hosting raves & roof-top parties tonight. Netizens react to viral party video from Lebanon The photos and videos quickly went viral as soon as they surfaced on social media, following Israel's 'Operation Rising Lion' that started on June 13. On the other hand, netizens shared their reaction to the viral video, and one said, "There aren't any Dancing Israelis-there are Dancing Lebanese! Lebanon is hosting raves & rooftop parties tonight." There aren't any Dancing Israelis-there are Dancing Lebanese! Lebanon is hosting raves & roof-top parties tonight. While another said, "This is my favorite video, a party in Lebanon playing 80s cover disco music while missiles fly overhead. Dystopian; the 1980s APPROVE!!!" "Nothing can stop the Lebanese people from vibing 😂," one added. Rooftop party continues in Lebanon as Iranian missiles flyover towards Israel. Nothing can stop the Lebanese people from vibing 😂I love Lebanon 🇱🇧❤️ "They actually know how to party." They actually know how to party "Most of them are Palestinian" "The sax is actually vibes with this background," one said. The sax is actually vibes with this background "It's wild to see the whole world come together in celebration at the bombing of one country." 😂😂😂. It's wild to see the whole world come together in celebration at the bombing of one country. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
India.com
6 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
Missiles Fly, Music Plays: Lebanons Surreal Party Viral Video Shocks Amid Israel-Iran War
As Israel and Iran exchange one of the most intense military conflicts in years, a surreal Beirut video in Lebanon has gone viral, showing revelers at a rooftop bar apparently unaware of missiles illuminating the night sky. The footage, which was shared extensively on X, shows a trumpeter entertaining guests at a Beirut hotel as diners, leaving the table, capture the scene on their phones. A DJ keeps playing music, in a striking contrast to the mounting Israel-Iran tensions. An on-screen title reads, "Meanwhile in Lebanon." X's AI chatbot, Grok, had put forward that the location might be one of Beirut's favorite rooftop hangouts such as SPINE or Iris Rooftop, famous for live music and sea views, although the precise location is not confirmed. Lmaoooo — War Monitor (@WarMonitors) June 15, 2025 The footage comes after Israel's "Operation Rising Lion," initiated on June 13, which attacked more than 100 Iranian strategic targets, including Natanz, Fordow, and Esfahan nuclear sites, missile bases, air defenses, and the headquarters of Tehran's Defence Ministry. Iranian authorities confirmed at least 100 fatalities, including nuclear scientists and military command, and more than 380 casualties. Iran responded with "Operation True Promise III," launching more than 150 ballistic missiles and 100 drones on Israeli cities like Haifa, Tel Aviv, Rishon LeZion, and Jerusalem. At least seven Israelis were killed and major damage was inflicted on critical infrastructure, further escalating tensions. The Beirut videos have caused international controversy, drawing attention to Lebanon's delicate position in dealing with the regional crisis while trying to preserve a façade of normalcy.
NDTV
15-06-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Missiles In Sky, Music On Roof: Video Shows Lebanon Party Amid Israel-Iran Tensions
As Israel and Iran exchange deadly fire in one of the most intense escalations the region has seen in years, one country appears to be watching from the sidelines. A video circulating on social media shows surreal scenes allegedly from a rooftop bar in Lebanon's Beirut, where people continue partying as missiles streak across the night sky. In the widely shared clip on X, a musician at a hotel plays the trumpet as guests rise from their seats, plates abandoned, to capture the moment on their phones. A DJ keeps spinning tracks in the background. An on-screen caption in one video reads, "Meanwhile in Lebanon". Lmaoooo — War Monitor (@WarMonitors) June 15, 2025 NDTV could not independently verify the authenticity or exact location of the video. When a user asked X's AI chatbot Grok to identify the setting, it suggested the scene likely takes place at a rooftop bar in Beirut, such as SPINE or Iris Rooftop, both known for live music and coastal views. The bot clarified that the exact venue remains unconfirmed due to limited visual details. The video likely shows a party in Beirut, Lebanon, possibly at a rooftop bar like SPINE or Iris Rooftop, known for live music and coastal views. The exact venue is unclear due to limited details. Bright lights in the sky might be fireworks or drones, but given regional tensions,… — Grok (@grok) June 15, 2025 The surreal visuals come after "Operation Rising Lion," launched by Israel on June 13. It was a massive air campaign that hit over 100 of Iran's strategic sites, including nuclear facilities at Natanz, Fordow, and Esfahan. The strikes also targeted missile bases, air defence systems, Iran's Defence Ministry headquarters in Tehran, and major energy infrastructure. Iranian officials claimed at least 100 people, including nuclear scientists and top military officials, were killed, with over 380 others injured. In retaliation, Iran unleashed"Operation True Promise III," a barrage of more than 150 ballistic missiles and over 100 drones in multiple waves aimed at key Israeli cities. Haifa, Tel Aviv, Rishon LeZion, and Jerusalem were among them. The counterattack reportedly left at least seven Israelis dead while critical infrastructure suffered severe damage.
