Lebanon Confirms 182 Dead as Israel Expands Strikes on Hezbollah Sites, Bekaa Valley Targeted

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:07pm on 23 Sep 2024,Monday International

Lebanon's health ministry reported 182 deaths and 727 injuries, including children and paramedics, following Israeli airstrikes across southern Lebanon. Israel claims it is intensifying its operations, hitting over 300 Hezbollah targets. IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari announced strikes would expand to the Bekaa Valley, warning civilians to avoid houses storing weapons. He added that Hezbollah intends to use the weapons against Israel. The ongoing escalation has fueled fears of a broader conflict in the Middle East. Lebanese officials accuse Israel of conducting a "psychological war" through evacuation messages.

Read More at BBC

Menu