Moment Israeli strike hits bridge in southern Lebanon

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete March 22, 2026 at 04:32 PM

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On March 22, 2026, Israeli jets struck the Qasmiyeh Bridge over the Litani River in southern Lebanon. Video footage shows the moment of the strike, with plumes of smoke rising from the bridge. The attack occurred following a statement by Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz, who announced orders to destroy bridges and escalate strikes on infrastructure in the region. The strike on the Qasmiyeh Bridge is part of this intensified campaign. The Litani River and surrounding areas are strategically important in the region.

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Israel Katz said the military had been ordered to destroy bridges and intensify strikes on infrastructure.

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The strike sent plumes of smoke into the sky.

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Israeli jets struck the Qasmiyeh Bridge over the Litani River in southern Lebanon.

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Litani River 50% Qasmiyeh Bridge 60% Israel Katz 60% Israeli ×270% Lebanon ×280% Israel ×290%

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