Israel Bombs 120 Sites in Lebanon Amid Hezbollah Attacks on Haifa

In Lebanon, escalating violence has resulted from intensified Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah positions. On a recent Monday, Israel conducted 120 airstrikes in southern Lebanon, following a series of missile attacks by Hezbollah on northern Israel, particularly near Haifa. The Israeli military's actions included over 30 strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs, marking the heaviest bombardment since late September. The strikes have led to significant casualties, with reports indicating at least 2,083 deaths and nearly 10,000 injuries in Lebanon over the past year due to ongoing Israeli attacks. The conflict has triggered a major displacement crisis, with over one million people forced to flee their homes, primarily from southern Lebanon. The United Nations has expressed concern over the humanitarian situation, highlighting that some Israeli strikes may violate international law. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees has called attention to the dire circumstances faced by civilians, including the deaths of two agency workers in the recent strikes. In response to the escalating violence, the Israeli military has ordered evacuations in several towns and villages in southern Lebanon, urging residents to move north for their safety. The UN peacekeeping mission in the region, UNIFIL, has reported unusual movements of Israeli forces and has cautioned against actions that could endanger peacekeepers. The ongoing conflict reflects deep-rooted tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with significant implications for regional stability and humanitarian conditions in Lebanon.