Escalating Conflict in Lebanon: Airstrikes and Retaliation Claims Lives

An Israeli airstrike in Nabatieh, Lebanon killed 10 people, including two children, and wounded five others, as reported by state news agency NNA. The victims, all Syrian citizens, were targeted in a residential building. Hezbollah retaliated by striking northern Israel, further escalating tensions in the region.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 17-08-2024 16:11 IST | Created: 17-08-2024 16:11 IST
Escalating Conflict in Lebanon: Airstrikes and Retaliation Claims Lives
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An Israeli airstrike targeting a residential building in Nabatieh, southern Lebanon resulted in the deaths of 10 individuals, including two children, and injured five others, according to state news agency NNA.

The attack reportedly claimed lives of Syrian citizens, and the final death toll will be confirmed following DNA tests. The Israeli military stated that the airstrike aimed at a Hezbollah weapons depot.

In retaliation, Hezbollah struck the Ayelet Hashahar Kibbutz in northern Israel. Tensions have rapidly escalated following previous strikes and high-profile killings, intensifying the already volatile situation in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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