Israeli airstrikes have devastated an historic market in Nabatieh, Lebanon, killing one and injuring four. The market, dating back to 1910, was engulfed in flames as Civil Defense officials fought to save nearby buildings and shops. Ahmad Fakih, a distraught shop owner, expressed the devastation felt by the community.
Rescuers worked tirelessly to find survivors in the rubble, with Israeli drones looming overhead. Nabatieh was just one of many towns Israel had warned to evacuate, escalating tensions in the region. The conflict, which intensified in September, led to a ground operation in southern Lebanon and multiple attacks on Hezbollah.
In a tragic turn of events, Lebanese Red Cross paramedics were targeted during a rescue mission, with four sustaining injuries and ambulances being damaged. Israeli forces have allegedly targeted first responders and peacekeepers, accusing Hezbollah of using ambulances for military purposes.
The toll of the conflict has been devastating, with over 2,200 deaths in Lebanon and dozens in Israel. Amid the destruction, the people of Lebanon and Israel grapple with loss and the ongoing violence that has shattered communities.