The Israeli military has attacked the historic southern Lebanese coastal city of Tyre, local media and residents reported on Wednesday, with broadcasters showing images of thick clouds of smoke rising from buildings in the city centre. The Israeli military had earlier issued evacuation orders for residents in Tyre, one of the oldest cities in the world and home to a large Christian population. The military designated parts of the eastern city centre as a target for potential strikes. Residents were told to seek safety north of the Awali River, which is about about 40 kilometres from the city. …