The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has escalated in recent days, leading to the displacement of approximately one million people in Lebanon. The violence reached a new level on Sunday, as Israel targeted what it claimed was a Hezbollah “command center” in the Lebanese capital of Beirut. These strikes on Hezbollah’s stronghold in south Beirut came in response to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s accusations that the Iran-backed group was attempting to assassinate him by targeting his residence.
As a result of the intensifying Israeli strikes on Lebanese territory, the number of internally displaced persons has increased significantly in recent days, with many fleeing across the border into neighbouring Syria. The situation on the ground is dire, with civilians caught in the crossfire and facing uncertainty and danger.
Catherine Norris Trent, a senior reporter for France 24, is on the ground in Beirut, providing updates on the situation as it unfolds. The clashes between Israel and Hezbollah have sparked fears of a wider conflict in the region, raising concerns about the safety and well-being of civilians in Lebanon.
The international community has called for an immediate de-escalation of the violence and a return to dialogue to resolve the conflict. The plight of those displaced by the fighting highlights the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, in order to prevent further displacement and suffering among the civilian population.
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