Israeli military says six killed in south Lebanon strikes; new displacement orders issued
The Israeli military said six people were killed in operations carried out in south Lebanon and issued new displacement orders to local residents. The Lebanese government and international organisations raised concerns over the situation.
The Israeli military said that six people were killed in its latest air and ground operations in south Lebanon. According to Al Jazeera, Israel also issued new displacement orders for a number of villages and neighbourhoods along the border.
In a statement, the Lebanese government said the continuing operations were affecting civilians disproportionately and called for international pressure. Hezbollah officials said additional security measures were being taken on the ground, while residents of the region pointed to the economic impact of displacement seen in recent months.
The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) warned of rising tensions on the ground. The United States and France say they are pursuing diplomatic contacts aimed at lowering tensions, while the European Union has stressed the need for a durable ceasefire. Regional economies, tourism and energy corridors are being watched closely for spillover effects.
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