Israel escalates attacks on medics in Lebanon with deadly ‘quadruple tap’
Summary
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon hit ambulances and medics responding to emergencies, killing four paramedics and injuring six more. This attack, described as a "quadruple tap," involved multiple consecutive strikes on rescue workers, increasing concerns about the safety of medical personnel in conflict zones.Key Facts
- Israeli forces carried out multiple airstrikes in Mayfadoun, southern Lebanon, targeting ambulances and paramedics.
- Four medics were killed, including Fadel Sarhan, a 43-year-old health worker, and six others were injured.
- The attacks involved a "quadruple tap," meaning a first strike was followed by three additional strikes targeting rescuers and their vehicles.
- The paramedics came from different groups, including the Hezbollah-affiliated Islamic Health Association and others associated with Amal and Nabatieh emergency services.
- International law protects medical workers as non-combatants, regardless of their political affiliations.
- Since the conflict started on March 2, Israel has killed 91 healthcare workers and injured 214 in Lebanon.
- Israel claims that Hezbollah uses medical vehicles to transport fighters and weapons but has not provided evidence.
- The Lebanese health ministry accuses Israel of intentionally targeting ambulance crews.
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