In a tragic turn of events, the mayor of Nabatiyeh, Ahmad Kahil, was among the sixteen people killed in Israeli airstrikes on the municipality of the southern Lebanese city. The strikes also claimed the lives of four members of a relief team, causing devastation in the area.
The intense raids targeted municipal buildings in Nabatiyeh, leaving 16 dead and 52 wounded. The Israeli army claimed to have hit Hezbollah targets among civilians, sparking outrage and condemnation from caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati.
The attacks on Nabatiyeh, including a strike on a municipality meeting, have drawn criticism from the international community. United Nations officials have called for an immediate ceasefire, emphasizing the need to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure.
The escalating violence in southern Lebanon highlights the urgent need for diplomatic solutions to ensure the safety and security of all citizens. It is a grim reminder of the devastating impact of conflict on innocent lives in the region.