Summary
Israel's military has carried out air strikes on towns in southern Lebanon despite a ceasefire agreement that began last November. The attacks targeted areas believed to be used by Hezbollah, leading to evacuations and significant damage. These actions violate the truce between Israel and Hezbollah, which has witnessed repeated breaches since its inception.
Key Facts
- Israel hit at least three towns in southern Lebanon: Mahrouna, Jbaa, and al-Majadel.
- The air strikes violated a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah from November 2024.
- The attack on Jbaa caused major damage in a crowded residential area.
- Israel warned residents to evacuate from targeted areas in al-Majadel, claiming Hezbollah used those sites.
- The United Nations reported more than 300 people died in Lebanon due to Israel's nearly daily attacks since the ceasefire.
- Israel justifies its actions by claiming it is targeting Hezbollah's military capabilities.
- Lebanese and Israeli officials held direct peace talks for the first time in decades recently.
- The UN has raised concerns about possible breaches of international humanitarian law by Israel.
