Israel has launched a series of airstrikes across Lebanon, resulting in at least 558 deaths, including 50 children and 94 women, since September 23. The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health reports an additional 1,835 people wounded in the attacks. In response, Hezbollah has launched over 200 rocket attacks targeting Israeli airbases.
The Conflict So Far
- Israel’s army claims to have targeted 1,600 Hezbollah sites across Lebanon.
- Towns affected by Israeli attacks include Aitaroun, ad-Duwayr, Ghassanieh, Anqoun, and Baalbek.
- Hezbollah’s retaliatory strikes have hit Israeli airbases in Afula and Haifa.
Global Reaction
World leaders and the United Nations are urging a de-escalation of violence, citing concerns over regional stability and humanitarian crises. The UN General Assembly has demanded Israel end its “unlawful presence” in Occupied Palestinian Territory, with 124 nations voting in favor of the resolution.
Humanitarian Crisis
Civilians are fleeing southern and eastern Lebanon, seeking safety. Lebanon’s crisis response minister, Nasser Yassin, has set up 89 temporary shelters with capacity for over 26,000 people.
Military Capabilities
Israel possesses advanced missiles, including the Popeye, Gabriel, and Jericho 2 and 3 ballistic missiles. Hezbollah’s arsenal includes an estimated 130,000 rockets, with ranges of up to 300km.
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