Lebanon death toll tops 3,000 in latest fighting between Israel and Hezbollah
Summary
More than 3,000 people have died in the recent fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, according to Lebanon’s health ministry. Despite a ceasefire that started in mid-April and was extended, attacks and military actions continue, with ongoing conflicts and negotiations happening between Israel and Lebanon.Key Facts
- The death toll in Lebanon from Israeli strikes reached 3,020, including 292 women and 211 children.
- Fighting began on March 2 after Hezbollah fired on Israel, following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.
- Israel has invaded southern Lebanon and bombarded Beirut and other areas to target Hezbollah's weapons.
- Over one million people in Lebanon have been displaced due to the fighting, many living in makeshift shelters.
- Israeli forces still control large parts of southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah opposes current peace talks.
- A ceasefire began on April 17 and has been extended by 45 days, with talks scheduled between military delegations.
- Israeli strikes recently killed a Palestinian Islamic Jihad official and his daughter near the Syrian border.
- Since the conflict started, 20 Israeli soldiers, two Israeli civilians, and six U.N. peacekeepers in southern Lebanon have died.
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