Lebanon says six killed in Israeli strike as US announces ceasefire extension
An Israeli air strike in southern Lebanon has resulted in the deaths of six individuals, including three paramedics. This incident coincides with the announcement of a 45-day ceasefire extension between Israel and Lebanon by the US. The ongoing conflict has led to significant casualties and displacement in the region, with both sides continuing to exchange fire despite the ceasefire efforts.
- ▪The Israeli air strike targeted a civil defense center in the town of Harouf.
- ▪Lebanon's health ministry reported that a fourth paramedic is in critical condition following the attack.
- ▪Since the conflict began on March 2, at least 2,896 people have been killed in Lebanon.
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Lebanon says six killed in Israeli strike as US announces ceasefire extensionJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleBrandon DrenonandYang TianEPALebanese army soldiers man a checkpoint in BeirutAn Israeli air strike on a town in southern Lebanon has killed six people, including three paramedics, according to Lebanon's health ministry. It comes as the US said the two countries had agreed to a 45-day ceasefire.The health ministry said a fourth paramedic had sustained "critical injuries" after a civil defence centre was attacked in the town of Harouf.
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