Lebanon accuses Israel of committing ‘ecocide’ in country since 2023
Summary
Lebanon’s environment minister accuses Israel of causing widespread environmental damage during its military actions from 2023 to 2024. A report shows large-scale harm to forests, farmland, water, and air, leading to serious public health, food security, and economic problems in southern Lebanon.Key Facts
- The report covers damage from Israeli military attacks between October 2023 and December 2024.
- About 5,000 hectares (12,350 acres) of forest were damaged, including pine and broadleaf trees.
- Agricultural assets worth $118 million were destroyed, including crops, livestock areas, and fisheries.
- Lost agricultural production due to damaged land is valued at $586 million.
- Over 2,000 hectares (5,320 acres) of orchards were destroyed, including olive groves, citrus trees, and banana farms.
- Soil contamination was found, with high levels of phosphorus in southern Lebanon and Bekaa valley.
- The report notes widespread air pollution caused by the attacks, including toxic chemicals and smoke.
- The total estimated cost of environmental damage and recovery is around $25 billion.
- Lebanon’s environment minister called for international help to address the damage and aid recovery.
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