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A growing number of civilian fatalities in Lebanon has prompted India to express deep unease, according to a statement released by Indian foreign ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. The escalation of Israeli military operations in the region has caught India’s attention, particularly given its commitment to the UN peacekeeping force UNIFIL and its long-standing interest in Lebanon’s stability and security.
UNICEF has sounded the alarm over the dire consequences of escalating Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, where a chilling sequence of events on Tuesday resulted in the tragic loss of 33 young lives and the injury of 153 others within a heart-wrenching timeframe.
According to UNICEF, the recent bloodshed has pushed the staggering tally of child casualties in Lebanon to approximately 600 since March 2, a grim reminder of the unrelenting humanitarian crisis unfolding in the country.
With over one million people displaced nationwide, including a staggering 390,000 children who have been forced to flee their homes multiple times, the situation remains dire. Reports from the ground paint a harrowing picture of children being pulled from the rubble, others missing, and countless families torn apart as they struggle to cope with the trauma of losing loved ones and their homes.
As UNICEF emphasizes, the principles of international humanitarian law are crystal clear: civilians, including the most vulnerable children, must be safeguarded at all times.
A single fatality has been confirmed in an Israeli drone strike that targeted a motorcyclist in Sharqiyeh, a town in southern Lebanon, according to sources citing the National News Agency (NNA).
In a recent operation, the Israeli military has confirmed the elimination of over 40 Hezbollah combatants and the demolition of more than 50 infrastructure targets in southern Lebanon over the course of the past week. According to an IDF statement, troops from the 91st Division pinpointed a cluster of fighters in close proximity to their own units earlier in the week. In response, the IDF took out one of the group members who was taking shelter in a vegetated area, and subsequently targeted a vehicle carrying other fighters attempting to escape, the military claimed.
A dire humanitarian situation is unfolding in Lebanon, where over one million individuals have been forced to flee their homes, and in just 48 hours, numerous fatalities and injuries have been reported, prompting the World Food Programme to sound the alarm on “devastating humanitarian consequences”. According to Lebanon’s Health Ministry, at least 303 people lost their lives and 1,150 others were injured in Israeli strikes across the country on Wednesday, with the preliminary toll released on Thursday.
Allison Oman Lawi, WFP Country Director for Lebanon, emphasized that her agency has been on the ground since the beginning, providing vital food and cash assistance to hundreds of thousands of people. Nevertheless, Oman Lawi underscored the necessity of “safe and sustained access” for the UN agency to continue its work. “Without guaranteed security and the ability to reach those in need, especially in the most affected and hard-to-reach areas, delivering life-saving aid becomes an insurmountable challenge,” she stated.
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has shared a glimpse into his recent experience in a command centre, where he resided for several weeks during the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. In a candid post, Huckabee revealed that he spent six weeks confined to a single room with two canine companions, relying on a microwave and hot plate for sustenance, and enjoying limited mobility. The ambassador’s living arrangements came to an end with the ceasefire, allowing him to return to his residence. In a tongue-in-cheek remark, Huckabee quipped about the comforts of being an ambassador, highlighting the contrast between his recent experiences and the luxuries of his position.
Ahead of Saturday’s diplomatic discussions, Spain’s Foreign Minister, Jose Manuel Albares, urged Iran to approach negotiations with sincerity, reiterating a message he conveyed to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi during their Wednesday meeting. Albares specifically requested that Iran cease all missile and drone launches. In related remarks, he expressed strong disapproval of Israel’s ongoing strikes in Lebanon, labeling the situation a “shame on humanity” due to the excessive violence and blatant disregard for international law and humanitarian principles. Israel claims its actions are aimed at countering the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group.
Iranian Red Crescent Society President Pirhossein Kolivand revealed that a staggering 125,630 civilian establishments have been impacted nationwide as a result of US-Israeli strikes on Iranian soil, as per the Iranian News Agency (IRNA).
Amid escalating tensions with Iran, the United Arab Emirates is set to reassess its international alliances and embark on a comprehensive economic and financial overhaul, according to Anwar Gargash, a high-ranking diplomatic advisor to the UAE president.
In a recent statement, Gargash declared that the UAE will meticulously examine its regional and global connections, identifying those who can be trusted and relied upon, while also restructuring its economy and financial framework to enhance its resilience and stability.
In a targeted operation, Hezbollah forces launched a missile attack on a group of Israeli soldiers who were stationed east of the notorious Khiam detention center in southern Lebanon, according to the militant group’s statement.