Lebanon health ministry says Israeli strikes kill 14 in deadliest day since ceasefire began
Summary
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon caused 14 deaths on Sunday, the deadliest day since a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah began over a week ago. Both sides accuse each other of breaking the ceasefire, and violence continues despite diplomatic efforts to maintain peace.Key Facts
- Lebanon’s health ministry reported 14 people killed, including two women and two children, with 37 wounded.
- Israel said one of its soldiers was killed and six others wounded in attacks by Hezbollah.
- The ceasefire started on April 16 and was extended to mid-May, but both sides have continued limited fighting.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Hezbollah of breaking the ceasefire and said Israel responds within agreed rules.
- Hezbollah said it will keep attacking Israeli troops as long as Israel violates the ceasefire and Lebanese authorities do not protect Lebanon.
- Israeli forces operate inside a 10 km “yellow line” zone in southern Lebanon and warned residents to evacuate towns beyond this buffer zone.
- Israel struck Hezbollah targets including fighters, rocket launchers, and a weapons depot.
- Since March 2, over 2,500 people have died from Israeli strikes, including many women, children, and medics, according to Lebanon’s health ministry.
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