Lebanon was struck by a series of handheld device explosions, injuring over 450 people in a second attack following a similar one by Israel the day before. The explosions killed at least 14 people and damaged homes, shops, and solar energy systems. The indiscriminate nature of the attack hit a funeral and a paramedic from the previous day’s attack.
Lebanese forces found an explosive device in an ambulance at a medical center. The Red Cross dispatched ambulance teams to respond to the explosions. Israel’s involvement in both attacks, considered war crimes, has escalated its conflict with Hezbollah. These attacks follow months of bombings and threats by Israel in Lebanon.
The United Nations and human rights organizations called for investigations into the attacks, citing violations of international laws. Fatima Abdullah, a 9-year-old victim, represents the civilian toll of the attacks. Israel’s Prime Minister hinted at responsibility, signaling a new phase in the ongoing conflict.
The urgent need for investigations and de-escalation efforts underscores the devastating impact on civilians in the region.