Beirut, Lebanon – The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the death toll from the Israeli attacks that began on March 2nd has risen to 2,509, with 7,755 wounded. This comes amidst continued military escalation in several areas.
death toll
The Lebanese Ministry of Health stated in an official statement that the military operations resulted in a large number of deaths and injuries. It also noted a continuous rise in these figures due to ongoing airstrikes and attacks.
Pressures on the health sector
The Lebanese Ministry of Health confirmed that hospitals and health facilities are facing increasing pressure due to the influx of large numbers of wounded. This threatens the health system’s ability to respond to the escalating needs.
Humanitarian warnings
The Lebanese Ministry of Health warned of a worsening humanitarian situation, given the damage inflicted on infrastructure and basic services. This deterioration continues as military operations persist with no signs of de-escalation.
