Israeli 'double-tap' strike kills three rescue workers in Lebanon, officials say
Summary
Two Israeli air strikes hit a building in southern Lebanon, killing five people including three rescue workers who were responding to the first strike. Lebanon’s Prime Minister called the attack on rescuers a war crime, while the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah continues despite a US-brokered ceasefire.Key Facts
- Two Israeli air strikes occurred in Majdal Zoun, southern Lebanon.
- Five people died, including three Lebanese Civil Defense rescuers.
- The rescuers were trapped under rubble caused by the second strike.
- Two Lebanese soldiers were wounded in the attack.
- The Israeli military said it targeted Hezbollah infrastructure sites and killed three Hezbollah members.
- The conflict started on March 2 after Hezbollah fired rockets into Israel.
- Over 2,500 people have been killed in Lebanon since the conflict began, including many civilians and health workers.
- A US-brokered ceasefire has reduced fighting but not fully stopped the violence.
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