Tragedy Strikes Ain Yaaqoub: Deadly Airstrike in Northern Lebanon

An Israeli airstrike hit the northern Lebanese town of Ain Yaaqoub, killing 14 and injuring 15 people. The mayor reported that the building hit housed Syrian refugees, with individuals still trapped in the rubble. Earlier, a raid in Sidon District also resulted in multiple casualties.

An Israeli airstrike ravaged the northern Lebanese town of Ain Yaaqoub on Monday, resulting in the deaths of at least 14 individuals and injuring 15 more, according to the town's mayor.

The strike, which represents the northernmost attack by Israeli forces since hostilities erupted in October 2023, targeted a building occupied by 30 people, including Syrian refugees, Reuters learned from Mayor Majed Drbes. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with some individuals reportedly still trapped beneath the rubble.

Earlier, the Lebanese health ministry reported another Israeli raid in the Sidon District's Al-Saksakieh that killed at least seven people and injured seven others.

(With inputs from agencies.)