On Tuesday, Israeli military forces intensified their operations in southern Lebanon, targeting areas around Tyre, while refraining from strikes in Beirut in accordance with a recently brokered partial ceasefire agreement announced by US President Donald Trump.
Terms of the Partial Ceasefire
Under this deal, Israeli forces agreed to avoid attacking Lebanon’s capital city in exchange for Hezbollah refraining from launching strikes into northern Israel. The ceasefire agreement comes amid rising tensions, with Iran cautioning that Israeli actions in Lebanon jeopardize ongoing diplomatic discussions aimed at resolving its conflicts with the United States.
Casualties and Destruction Reported
Despite the ceasefire, the Lebanese Health Ministry reported that four individuals lost their lives, and 127 others were injured in Israeli airstrikes that hit buildings adjacent to the Jabal Amel hospital in Tyre on Monday afternoon. Among the injured were 39 hospital staff members, with several reportedly in critical condition.
Devastation in Tyre
The aftermath of the strikes revealed extensive destruction. Chunks of concrete and twisted iron littered the site, while the usually bustling streets lay eerily silent, disrupted only by the sounds of emergency vehicles and the crackling of downed electrical lines. A local resident, mourning the loss of her home, shared, "I used to live there," pointing at the partially collapsed building.
Concerns for Civilian Safety
Dr. Wael Mroueh, director of the affected hospital, recounted the chaos that followed the strike: "We were treating patients when suddenly, ‘boom.’ It happened without any warning." He vehemently denied the presence of military targets in the vicinity, asserting that Israeli forces have been systematically endangering healthcare and emergency responders.
Ongoing Strikes and Evacuations
Further strikes were reported on Tuesday, including damage to the civil defense center in Kfar Sir, although there were no reported casualties. The Israeli military issued new evacuation orders for areas in southern Lebanon, stating that they were compelled to act forcefully against Hezbollah due to breaches of the ceasefire agreement.
- Recent strikes killed a dentist and his children in a drone attack along the road between Marjayoun and Nabatieh.
- The Israeli foreign ministry emphasized recent Hezbollah activity violated the terms of the ceasefire.
A Fragile Situation
The situation remains precarious, with both Israeli forces and Hezbollah exchanging accusations of violating the ceasefire. As civilian casualties rise, concerns for the safety of the local population continue to mount.
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Source: BBC News - World
