Israeli military operation strikes in Lebanon have left at least five people dead, including a journalist, as cross-border tensions continue to escalate despite reported ceasefire arrangements.
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According to regional media reports, Israeli forces carried out a series of drone strikes and artillery bombardments across southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley. The attacks reportedly targeted multiple locations, resulting in both civilian and militant casualties.
Among those killed was Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil, whose body was recovered from the rubble of a destroyed building following an airstrike. Her death has drawn widespread condemnation from media circles and rights groups.
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Israeli authorities claimed responsibility for a drone strike in the Bekaa Valley, stating that two members of Hezbollah were killed in the operation. However, local reports indicate that surrounding civilian areas also suffered significant damage.
Heavy shelling was reported in several southern towns, including al-Khiam, where artillery fire struck residential neighborhoods. Eyewitnesses described the use of bulldozers to demolish buildings, while reports also suggested that some religious sites were damaged during the strikes.
Lebanon’s state news agency said that infrastructure in the Tyre district and other areas was severely affected, with roads and essential services disrupted due to ongoing bombardment.
In response, Hezbollah stated that it carried out a drone attack targeting an Israeli military vehicle, signaling continued retaliation and raising fears of further escalation.
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The renewed violence comes amid mutual accusations of ceasefire violations, with both sides blaming each other for destabilizing the situation. Analysts warn that continued strikes and counterstrikes could push the region closer to a wider conflict.