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Israeli Airstrike in Southern Lebanon Kills 10 Syrian Nationals Amid Escalating Conflict
An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon has resulted in the deaths of 10 Syrian nationals, intensifying the already escalating conflict in the region. This incident raises concerns over the ongoing tensions and the humanitarian impact on civilians.
Israeli Airstrike Claims Lives in Southern Lebanon
In a tragic escalation of violence, an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon on Saturday resulted in the deaths of at least 10 Syrian nationals, according to reports from Lebanon’s Health Ministry. This strike occurred in Wadi al-Kfour, located in the Nabatieh province, and marks one of the deadliest incidents in Lebanon since hostilities between the Hezbollah militant group and the Israeli military reignited on October 8. This escalation followed the surprise attack by Hamas on southern Israel, which ignited the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza.
The Health Ministry confirmed that among the deceased were a woman and her two children, highlighting the devastating impact of the conflict on innocent civilians. Additionally, five other individuals sustained injuries, with two reported to be in critical condition.
An Arabic-language spokesperson for the Israeli military, Avichay Adraee, stated that the strike targeted a weapons depot allegedly associated with Hezbollah. While Hezbollah has yet to issue an official response to this attack, the group has previously asserted that it would cease its operations against northern Israel once a ceasefire is established in Gaza.
The ongoing conflict has already claimed the lives of over 500 people in Lebanon, including approximately 100 civilians. On the Israeli side, the toll includes 22 soldiers and 25 civilians. Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have reported a significant escalation in their military operations in Gaza, claiming to have eliminated dozens of militants in just the last 24 hours. Their focus has been on the Khan Younis and Rafah regions, as stated by an IDF spokesperson.
As ground operations in Gaza intensify, the humanitarian crisis deepens, with many regions witnessing mass displacement of Palestinians, despite ongoing discussions aimed at peace. The Gaza Health Ministry has reported a staggering 40,000 Palestinian deaths since the onset of the war, underscoring the urgent need for a resolution to this devastating conflict.