Israel launched a fresh wave of strikes on southern Lebanon overnight, targeting positions from which rockets were fired towards Israel. The IDF reported that “dozens of sites” were targeted, with secondary explosions indicating the presence of weapons stored in buildings. Monday saw heavy cross-border fire exchange, prompting Israel to shift focus to Hezbollah. Lebanese media reported continued strikes in the Beqaa Valley and Baalbek. Charbel Massaad, an independent MP in Lebanon, condemned the airstrikes as attacks on dignity and rights. Tens of thousands fled their homes in southern Lebanon amid airstrikes. The US deployed additional troops to the Middle East due to escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. Turkey condemned the attacks as efforts to create chaos and called for a halt to support for Israel. Lebanese caretaker PM Najib Mikati called the strikes a genocide. France requested an emergency UN Security Council meeting to discuss the situation. The conflict has raised concerns about a potential ground invasion and the safety of civilians. The UN urged for de-escalation from both Israel and Hezbollah.
The intense violence in the Middle East, particularly in southern Lebanon, has sparked a humanitarian crisis with thousands fleeing their homes and seeking safety. The international community is closely monitoring the situation and calling for immediate de-escalation to prevent further bloodshed and devastation in the region.
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