Summary
Israel has launched attacks in Lebanon, hitting areas including a residential building in Beirut. The conflict, involving Israel and the Lebanese group Hezbollah, has resulted in hundreds of deaths and widespread displacement. France has announced it will send humanitarian aid to Lebanon.
Key Facts
- Israel hit a residential building in central Beirut and a town in the Bekaa Valley.
- At least 570 people have died in Lebanon since the attacks began last week.
- Israel said two of its soldiers have died, and several people were injured by Hezbollah rockets.
- Israel's strike in Beirut damaged a multistorey building and hospitalized residents.
- France announced it will send 60 metric tons of humanitarian aid to Lebanon.
- The United Nations is calling for an immediate end to the conflict to prevent further displacement.
