Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam reaffirmed the government's firm position on maintaining control over decisions concerning war and peace despite ongoing warfare across Lebanon. He reported that Beirut, its southern suburb, southern Lebanon, and the Bekaa Valley have faced continuous bombardments for more than ten days. The conflict has inflicted significant human and material damage, leading to casualties, widespread destruction, and population displacement. Salam stressed that the government had repeatedly warned against engaging in this conflict and tried to prevent Lebanon from being drawn into it. The Prime Minister noted that Lebanon did not seek this war and has worked... [Continue Reading]
Israeli forces conducted multiple airstrikes on Thursday targeting areas south of Beirut, including the town of Aramoun in Mount Lebanon Governorate and the Ramlet Al Bayda district in Beirut. These attacks killed at least 11 people and wounded 32, including a child. The strikes come amid a broader campaign of military action that has devastated civilian populations across Lebanon since early March. The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health stated that total casualties from Israeli operations since March 2 have reached 634 dead and 1,586 wounded, underscoring the intensity and scale of the current conflict. The deadly assaults have strained local... [Continue Reading]