Beirut, Lebanon – The Lebanese Ministry of Health and the Public Health Emergency Operations Center announced that the death toll from Israeli airstrikes on various areas in Lebanon since dawn on March 2nd has risen to 72, with 437 wounded.
Material damage
The airstrikes caused widespread destruction to homes and infrastructure, displacing residents and placing a heavy burden on emergency and relief teams across the country. The southern suburbs of Beirut and areas of southern Lebanon suffered extensive damage, with buildings collapsing and vital infrastructure suffering partial or total destruction.
Emergency and relief efforts
Emergency teams from the Lebanese Ministry of Health are continuing their work to provide first aid and transport the injured to hospitals. Meanwhile, civil defense teams are working to clear rubble and rescue those trapped beneath it. Authorities are also distributing medical and food supplies to the most affected areas.
Background of events
These airstrikes are part of an ongoing military escalation between the Israeli army and Lebanese armed groups. This has led to increased casualties and material damage in Lebanon. Authorities have repeatedly warned of the dangers posed to civilians by the continued military operations. They have also called on the international community to intervene to halt the escalation and protect the population.
