Amnesty International condemns Israeli military’s bombing of Al Qard Al Hassan in Lebanon as a possible war crime. The financial firm, accused of financing Hizbollah’s activities, is a crucial source of support for many Lebanese amid financial crisis. The United Nations also criticized the attacks for causing extensive damage to civilian property.
Hezbollah defends Al Qard Al Hassan as a civilian institution serving all Lebanese, while Israeli officials claim the goal was to disrupt trust within the Shiite community. Despite an evacuation warning issued before the strikes, Amnesty argues that the targeting of a civilian institution violates international humanitarian law.
Amnesty’s Erika Guevara Rosas denounces the attacks for endangering the economic well-being of countless civilians. The situation raises questions about the legality and ethics of targeting financial institutions in conflict zones.
As tensions escalate, the international community must consider the implications of such actions on civilian populations and the laws of war.