Israeli strikes on Lebanon kill at least 19 as clashes with Hezbollah continue despite ceasefire

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Tuesday resulted in at least 19 deaths, including women and children, according to Lebanon's health ministry. One strike on Deir Qanoun al Nahr killed 10 people, while others in Nabatieh and Kfar Sir claimed additional lives. These attacks are part of ongoing near-daily clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, which have continued despite a US-brokered ceasefire. Israel's military stated it targeted over 25 Hezbollah infrastructure sites between Monday and Tuesday. The conflict, which began on March 2nd, has led to significant displacement in Lebanon and casualties on both sides, with Israel reporting one soldier killed on Tuesday.

Lebanon's Health Ministry reported that at least 22 people were killed in Israeli attacks over the past 24 hours, despite a 45-day ceasefire extension. These attacks have contributed to a total death toll of 3,042 since fighting resumed between Israel and Hezbollah on March 2. Incidents included an Israeli airstrike on a home in Kfar Sir, killing four, and drone attacks in Harouf and Froun, resulting in further fatalities. The Lebanese army also reported the use of incendiary phosphorus bombs by Israeli forces near farmers in al-Mansouri. Additionally, Israeli forces reportedly set up a checkpoint and detained three Lebanese nationals.