Israeli warplanes pound southern Lebanon despite ceasefire
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Israel launched heavy airstrikes on southern Lebanon, targeting several towns in a sharp escalation. The attacks come despite a ceasefire deal signed in November.
Breakdown
- Israeli army conducted airstrikes on multiple locations in southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah infrastructure.
- Evacuation orders were issued for densely populated villages near the border before the attacks. 16s
- Israel stated it will continue strikes as long as Hezbollah tries to rearm or reestablish itself. 42s
- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun criticized the United States for its silence over the attacks. 1m 20s
- Concerns are rising in Lebanon over continued attacks despite the ceasefire agreement. 1m 37s