7 Killed in Israeli Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon
Summary
At least 7 people were killed and others injured in Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon, with damage to homes and a Catholic convent amid ongoing tensions with Hezbollah despite a ceasefire.
Key Points
- At least 7 people were killed and others injured in Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon.
- Israeli forces demolished part of a Catholic convent in Yaroun, claiming Hezbollah used it for military purposes, which the Lebanese Catholic Church denies.
- Israel states the strikes target Hezbollah infrastructure after rockets were launched towards Israel.
- A ceasefire since April 17 has not stopped attacks and counter-attacks along the Israel-Lebanon border.
- Residents of nine villages in southern Lebanon were ordered to evacuate for security reasons, causing fear and displacement.
