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World reacts to ‘brutal’ Israeli attacks on Lebanon after US-Iran truce

World reacts to ‘brutal’ Israeli attacks on Lebanon after US-Iran truce

Summary

Israeli military forces launched air attacks across Lebanon, killing hundreds, shortly after a ceasefire in the US-Israel conflict with Iran was announced. Israeli officials stated that the operation targeted Hezbollah sites, but Lebanon and other international figures criticized the attacks. The situation has caused tension, with different countries reacting to the violations of the ceasefire agreement.

Key Facts

  • Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon killed at least 254 people and injured over 1,165.
  • The attacks happened shortly after a ceasefire involving the US, Israel, and Iran was declared.
  • Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said that Lebanon was not included in the US-Iran ceasefire.
  • Hezbollah, a Lebanese armed group, claimed the right to respond to the attacks.
  • Lebanon's Parliament Speaker called the airstrikes a "war crime."
  • Iran’s military warned it might respond if the attacks on Lebanon do not stop.
  • The Israeli military described the attacks as a large coordinated operation targeting Hezbollah sites.
  • Pakistan, as a mediator, believes the ceasefire should include Lebanon.

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