Israeli attacks kill several in Lebanon, with health workers targeted
Summary
Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon have killed at least 11 people, including several healthcare workers. These attacks come amid ongoing violence despite a US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, which remains fragile.Key Facts
- At least 11 people died in Israeli attacks in the Tyre district of southern Lebanon.
- Several of the victims were healthcare workers, including paramedics.
- More than 400 people have been killed by Israeli fire since a ceasefire began in mid-April.
- Israel says it is targeting Hezbollah, a Lebanese armed group supported by Iran.
- Lebanon says healthcare facilities and workers have been attacked, calling it "systematic destruction."
- Since March, nearly 2,900 people have died in Lebanon, with thousands injured and about 1.6 million displaced.
- The US brokered a ceasefire in April, which was extended by 45 days recently, but fighting continues.
- The US imposed sanctions on nine people linked to Hezbollah, including Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon.
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