Hezbollah announced on Wednesday the deaths of 16 of its members, marking one of the deadliest days for the group since the Israel-Hamas conflict began on October 7. The Iran-backed militant organization did not provide specific details regarding the circumstances of the deaths but indicated that most of the deceased hailed from towns in southern Lebanon.
Notably, among those who lost their lives was a 16-year-old boy, as confirmed by Hezbollah. The group issued 16 brief statements individually acknowledging the deaths of each member, attributing their demise to their involvement in supporting the people in Gaza. However, Hezbollah refrained from offering further elaboration on the incidents.
The announcement by Hezbollah coincided with a series of explosions from walkie-talkies that occurred across Lebanon on the same day, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 20 lives, according to the country's health ministry. Concurrently, the Israeli military disclosed that it had conducted airstrikes targeting several Hezbollah 'infrastructure sites' situated in southern Lebanon.
The developments underscore the escalating tensions and violence in the region as the conflict between Israel and Hamas persists. The situation remains fluid, with both sides engaging in military actions that have led to casualties and heightened concerns about the potential for further escalation.
