Israeli demolitions levelling towns in south Lebanon, satellite images show
Summary
Satellite images and videos show that Israeli forces have demolished more than 1,400 buildings in southern Lebanon since early March. These demolitions are part of Israel’s military campaign against Hezbollah, following rocket and drone attacks from the group.Key Facts
- Israeli demolitions have destroyed over 1,400 buildings in southern Lebanon since 2 March.
- The demolitions follow an order by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz to speed up home destruction near the Israeli border.
- The demolitions are part of Israel’s response to Hezbollah’s rocket and drone attacks that began on 2 March.
- Hezbollah is a Shia Muslim political and military group backed by Iran.
- More than 1.2 million people in Lebanon have been displaced because of the conflict, with many fleeing north or into Syria.
- Lebanon’s health ministry reports over 2,000 people killed since the war began.
- Israeli forces have expanded evacuation orders for civilians living near the border up to 40 km away.
- Israeli officials say Hezbollah hides military infrastructure in civilian areas and that demolitions are done only when militarily necessary.
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