Israel continued its third day of airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Wednesday after Hezbollah confirmed the death of a senior commander in an airstrike in Beirut. Lebanese media reported Israeli airstrikes causing unspecified casualties. The offensive has killed 569 people, including children, and wounded 1,835 in Lebanon, as tensions rise in the region.
The conflict has stoked fears of escalating violence in the Middle East, with nearly half a million people displaced in Lebanon. The situation has prompted the US to urge for calm and diplomatic solutions. Lebanon’s foreign minister criticized the US for not being strong enough in their response to the conflict, stating that Washington could make a difference in the region.
Lebanon is urgently seeking help from the US to broker a ceasefire as the UN Security Council plans to meet to discuss the conflict. The situation has led to a humanitarian crisis, with displaced families seeking shelter in schools, cars, and parks. The UN has reported casualties among its staff working in Lebanon.
Israel has vowed to continue its offensive against Hezbollah, accusing the group of targeting civilians. Both sides have exchanged missile strikes, with tensions escalating in the region. Meanwhile, Iran has called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the violence in Lebanon.
The conflict has raised concerns among the international community, with the US, Qatar, and Egypt unable to negotiate a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The situation remains volatile, with both sides continuing to engage in military actions.
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