Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon have resulted in the deaths of at least 12 people, highlighting ongoing violence despite a ceasefire that has lasted two weeks. The Lebanese health ministry reported that among the casualties were two children.
Reports indicate that
Israeli forces targeted Hezbollah infrastructure, leading to
17 fatalities on a single day, prompting criticism from Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, who condemned what he termed as 'continuing Israeli violations' of the truce.
The conflict, which reignited on
March 2 after Hezbollah fired rockets into Israel, has seen escalating airstrikes from Israel, with the most recent wave claiming lives and injuring many, including children and women. Health statistics reflect a staggering toll, with
2,618 deaths and over
8,094 wounded reported since hostilities ensued.
On Friday, strikes in Habboush injured at least eight individuals while the Israeli military issued evacuation warnings for residents of 15 villages, aiming to minimize civilian casualties as tension persists. Additional airstrikes have caused significant destruction, including the demolition of homes and public buildings. As the conflict continues, both sides remain embattled, with Hezbollah actively deploying drones and rockets against Israeli military positions.
As ceasefire talks appear increasingly tenuous, the humanitarian situation in the region remains dire, reflecting the urgent need for resolution amid such turmoil.
Sources: 
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 12 people, including a child, despite a two-week ceasefire, according to the Lebanese health ministry. The strikes are part of ongoing violence with Hezbollah, which has escalated since the conflict began on March 2, 2023.
