Israeli airstrikes killed 46 in 24 hours, Lebanese officials claim

Lebanese health officials have announced that Israeli airstrikes killed 46 people and injured 85 others across the country within the last 24 hours.

Lebanon’s Disaster Management Agency made the announcement late Wednesday.

The growing violence which has taken over the Middle East Region since October 7, 2023, shows no sign of lessening as Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange relentless cross-border fire.

The death toll from the ongoing conflict has risen sharply, with a total of 1,928 people reported dead since the violence erupted.

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The hostilities began following the outbreak of the Gaza war, sparking a deadly and prolonged exchange between Israel and Hezbollah.

Lebanese officials have condemned the “enemy Israeli strikes” as tensions in the region continue to intensify.

The conflict has led to widespread devastation, displacing thousands of civilians and leaving critical infrastructure in ruins.

Hospitals and emergency services are struggling to cope with the surge of casualties, and international observers fear the humanitarian crisis may deepen if a ceasefire is not reached soon.

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