A recent wave of Israeli airstrikes in southern and eastern Lebanon has left at least 63 people dead and 92 injured, according to the Health Ministry. The deadliest attack occurred in Ain Ed Delb, where 45 people were killed and 70 wounded. Additionally, 12 individuals lost their lives and 20 were injured in Hermel, while six medics were killed in a strike on a civil defense center in Sohmor.
Israel has launched extensive airstrikes targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon since September 23, resulting in over 900 deaths and 2,700 injuries. The Israeli Foreign Minister has stated that a ceasefire will only be accepted if Hezbollah is pushed north of the Litani River and disarmed. Prime Minister Najib Mikati has expressed Lebanon’s readiness to implement UN Security Council Resolution 1701 by deploying the army south of the Litani River.
The ongoing conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, coupled with Israeli attacks in Lebanon, poses a risk of escalating the situation and sparking a larger regional war. The international community is closely monitoring the developments in the region to prevent further escalation.
*This article was written by Mohammad Sio in Istanbul.