Lebanon marks Liberation Day under Israeli bombardment
People in Lebanon marked Liberation Day as Israeli attacks continued. According to Al Jazeera, the commemoration took place under ongoing bombardment. Liberation Day marks the anniversary of Israel's 2000 withdrawal from southern Lebanon.
According to Al Jazeera, people in Lebanon marked Liberation Day amid continuing Israeli attacks. The commemorations took place under ongoing bombardment.
Liberation Day marks the anniversary of Israeli forces' withdrawal from southern Lebanon in 2000. This year's commemoration was held amid escalating conflict in the country and the hardships faced by civilians.
Lebanese officials have reported that many people have been killed in attacks in recent weeks. The Israeli side defends its operations on the grounds that they target Hezbollah infrastructure. Limited access on the ground makes independent verification difficult, and accounts provided by the parties can differ.
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