BREAKING: An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon has just killed 1 person and injured 11 others, including students on a nearby bus. The strike occurred in the village of Tiri early this morning, according to the Health Ministry and local state media.
This latest attack follows a devastating Israeli drone strike on the Ein el-Hilweh refugee camp the night before, which killed 13 people and wounded several more. The Tuesday night assault marked the deadliest incident in a series of strikes since the ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict last year.
Eyewitness reports indicate that a school bus was passing the targeted vehicle when the strike occurred, leading to injuries among the bus driver and multiple students. The identity of the deceased remains unconfirmed as authorities in Lebanon grapple with the aftermath of this latest violence.
At the scene, paramedics searched for human remains amidst a backdrop of destruction, with blood-stained walls, burnt vehicles, and shattered glass littering the area. The Israeli military has yet to comment on today’s airstrike, intensifying concerns over regional stability.
In a related context, the Israeli military confirmed on Tuesday that its earlier strike targeted a Hamas training compound allegedly used for planning attacks against Israel. However, Hamas has vehemently denied this claim, asserting that the site was a sports playground.
The situation has escalated tensions not only in Lebanon but also with the United States, which has increased pressure on Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah. This follows a controversial statement from the Lebanese army blaming Israel for destabilizing the region, leading to the cancellation of a planned trip to Washington by Lebanese army commander Gen. Rudolph Haikal.
The current conflict began on October 8, 2023, when Hamas attacked southern Israel, prompting a series of retaliatory strikes by Israel, including a ground invasion that has already claimed over 4,000 lives in Lebanon and caused an estimated $11 billion in damages, as reported by the World Bank.
As the situation develops, authorities continue to restrict media access to affected areas, complicating the public’s understanding of the crisis. The humanitarian impact of these ongoing military actions is profound, with civilians bearing the brunt of the violence.
Stay tuned for further updates as this urgent situation unfolds.
