Israeli airstrike kills 274, including children, women and medics.

Smoke was seen rising from the villages of the Nabatiyeh district in Lebanon, caused by Israeli airstrikes. The town of Marjayoun, located in the southern part of the country, had a clear view of the destruction.

As the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah continues to escalate, the death toll in Lebanon has risen to at least 274 people. Among the victims are women, children, and paramedics, with over 720 people wounded and thousands more displaced.

Lebanon's caretaker prime minister has strongly condemned the strikes, calling them a "genocide in every sense of the word." He has urged the UN Security Council and other nations to intervene and put an end to the aggression.

The Israeli military has stated that their airstrikes were targeting around 150 weapons sites used by Hezbollah in the Bekaa Valley, which is located along the Lebanese-Syrian border. It is where the militant group was founded in 1982, with the assistance of Iran's Revolutionary Guards.

Despite the warnings from the Israeli military, strikes have been reported hitting residential areas and even reaching as far as 80 miles from the border. This has raised concerns that more civilians could be targeted, as some may be living near or in the targeted structures without realizing the danger they are in.

There has been a history of tension between Israel and Hezbollah, and the recent conflict has been ongoing for almost a year. It began with Hezbollah launching rockets, missiles, and drones into northern Israel in retaliation for previous strikes that killed a top commander and several fighters.

Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made it clear that he wants to "change the balance of power" in northern Lebanon and has called for unity among Israelis during this campaign.

A UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon has expressed grave concern for the safety of civilians in the area, stating that Israel's actions could potentially be considered war crimes. They also warned of the devastating consequences that could occur if the situation escalates further.

The conflict has not only resulted in numerous casualties, but it has also caused destruction to agriculture and the landscape, with fires breaking out as a result of the strikes.

Meanwhile, in Gaza, the death toll has reached over 41,000 Palestinians since October 7, according to the country's health ministry. Over half of the casualties are said to be women and children. Israel claims to have killed over 17,000 militants, although no evidence has been provided.

It is a devastating situation on both sides of the border, with thousands of innocent lives lost and many more displaced. The world is watching as the conflict continues to escalate, and it is crucial for international intervention to prevent further harm and suffering. Stay updated with the latest news from Metro by following us on Whatsapp. Join our community for breaking news and compelling stories.

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