Lebanese civilians flee amid deadly Israeli strikes on Beirut suburbs

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by By APMarch 2, 2026 at 05:47 PM

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Following deadly Israeli strikes on Beirut suburbs and southern Lebanon on March 2, 2026, thousands of Lebanese civilians are fleeing the affected areas, seeking refuge in Beirut and other locations. The strikes, which killed at least 31 and wounded 149, represent the deadliest Israeli assault on Lebanon in over a year. The attacks followed missile fire from Hezbollah into Israel, which the group claims was retaliation for the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader and repeated Israeli aggressions. Highways are gridlocked as displaced families seek shelter in makeshift camps and public schools in Beirut. The Israeli military has warned residents of numerous southern Lebanese communities to evacuate and is considering further action, including a potential ground invasion.

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