Israeli Airstrikes Kill 11 in Southern Lebanon Amid Escalation
Multiple Attacks Reported Across the South
At least 11 people have died and several others have suffered injuries after Israeli airstrikes hit different areas in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, according to local media reports.
The attacks targeted residential areas, vehicles, and multiple towns, increasing concerns over rising violence in the region.
Casualties Reported in Several Towns
In the town of Arabsalim, a strike on a home killed two people and injured a woman. Meanwhile, in Sahmar, three members of the same family lost their lives, and another person was injured in a pre-dawn attack.
Additionally, a strike on Adloun resulted in three deaths. In Shebriha, one person died and three others were wounded.
Separately, a drone strike targeted a vehicle on the Msayleh-Nabatieh road shortly after midnight, killing two more individuals.
Widespread Damage and Injuries
Further strikes caused injuries in several areas, including Mahmoudiyeh, Nabatieh al-Fawqa, Jabal al-Botm, Mansouri, Adloun, and Deir Antar.
In the Tyre district, Israeli forces also struck areas between Ain Baal and Aaitit. Reports indicate that the military used illumination flares over the city and nearby coastal waters during the attacks.
Homes Targeted Amid Ongoing Offensive
Local media reported that more than ten homes were damaged in southern Lebanon, although authorities have not confirmed the number of casualties from those incidents.
Escalation Despite Ceasefire Background
The Israeli military has expanded its operations across Lebanon following a cross-border attack by Hezbollah on March 2. This escalation continues despite a ceasefire agreement that took effect in November 2024.
Rising Human Toll
According to Lebanese health officials, the ongoing conflict has killed at least 2,089 people and injured 6,762 others.
Israel continues to maintain control over parts of southern Lebanon, with some areas under occupation for decades and others since recent conflicts.
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