Over the weekend, Lebanon has experienced a significant escalation in violence as Israeli strikes have resulted in a devastating toll on the country. According to the Lebanese health ministry, at least 33 individuals have lost their lives, with 195 others sustaining injuries due to the attacks.
Israel has been targeting what it claims to be Hezbollah strongholds in Beirut and other parts of Lebanon. The strikes have been particularly intense, including an attack in Beirut's southern suburbs that reportedly killed Hezbollah's leader, Hassan Nasrallah.
One of the concerning aspects of these strikes is that they have been hitting densely populated areas, leading to the destruction of residential buildings. Israel alleges that Hezbollah is using civilian structures to store weapons, a claim vehemently denied by the group. Israel further accuses Hezbollah of endangering civilians by using them as 'human shields.'
Despite warnings from the Israeli military to steer clear of areas where Hezbollah operates, Lebanese civilians have expressed difficulties in complying. This challenge is attributed to the secretive nature of Hezbollah as an organization, making it hard for residents to discern safe locations.
The ongoing conflict has taken a heavy toll on Lebanon, with the health ministry reporting that the death toll has surpassed 1,000 since the recent escalation of Israeli attacks. The situation remains volatile, with both sides engaged in a deadly cycle of violence that continues to claim lives and cause widespread destruction.
