Israeli attacks kill at least 7 in Lebanon despite ‘ceasefire’ extension
Summary
Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon killed at least seven people despite a 45-day ceasefire extension agreed upon after talks in Washington, DC. The attacks mainly targeted areas in southern and eastern Lebanon and have caused ongoing violence and displacement.Key Facts
- A ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel was extended for 45 days after US-mediated talks in Washington, DC.
- Israeli strikes on Monday killed at least seven people, including Wael Abdel Halim, a Palestinian Islamic Jihad leader, and his 17-year-old daughter.
- Attacks hit various locations in southern Lebanon, including Baalbek, Tyre district, and refugee camps.
- The Lebanese Ministry of Health says over 3,020 people have been killed and more than 9,273 wounded since Israeli attacks began on March 2.
- Hezbollah, a Lebanon-based armed group, remains active and has attacked Israeli military targets with drones and missiles.
- Israel claims its strikes target Hezbollah weapons sites, observation posts, and fighters preparing attacks.
- Israeli military ordered evacuations in several southern Lebanese villages before attacks, causing forced displacement.
- Despite ceasefire talks and agreements, hostilities and bombardments have continued unabated.
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