Lebanon’s Health Ministry reported that 2,659 people have been killed and more than 8,000 injured in Israeli attacks since March 2, with dozens of casualties in the past day. The strikes followed Hezbollah’s retaliation tied to the Iran war and have forced over 1 million people from their homes. A ceasefire declared on April 17 was extended until mid‑May, but Israel has continued air raids and home demolitions, violating the truce. Israel also enforces a “buffer zone” in southern Lebanon to deter Hezbollah attacks. The mounting toll highlights the severe humanitarian crisis and the limits of ceasefire enforcement in a conflict that has repeatedly reignited despite international mediation.
Source: Newstimehub
