Israeli strikes in south Lebanon a 'violation of international law': PM
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam rejected Israel's claim that villages destroyed in southern Lebanon were military sites, describing the strikes as a clear violation of international law. The statement comes amid continuing tension in the region.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam firmly rejected Israel's claim that the strikes causing destruction in southern Lebanese villages targeted military sites. Salam said the strikes hit civilian infrastructure and constitute a clear violation of international law.
The Israeli military maintains that the areas struck were being used by armed groups, an assertion the Lebanese government dismisses as unsubstantiated. Residents of the affected villages report significant damage to homes and agricultural land.
United Nations-affiliated observers said they are closely monitoring the situation and attempting to conduct an independent assessment. The Lebanese government said it would raise the matter with international bodies.
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