Israel's air force conducted airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburb of Dahiyeh overnight, causing extensive damage to numerous buildings across several neighborhoods, as reported by Lebanon's state-run National News Agency on Friday. The airstrikes resulted in significant destruction, although there was no immediate information on casualties.
Recent days have seen Israel escalating its aerial bombardment on the northeastern city of Baalbek, nearby villages, and various parts of southern Lebanon. International mediators are actively engaged in efforts to bring an end to the conflicts in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, proposing new initiatives to de-escalate the regional tensions.
Lebanon's Health Ministry disclosed that since October 8, 2023, over 2,800 individuals have lost their lives, with 13,000 sustaining injuries due to the ongoing hostilities triggered by Hezbollah's rocket attacks on Israel. Meanwhile, the death toll from the prolonged Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza has surpassed 43,000, according to Palestinian officials, who reported the figures this week without distinguishing between civilian and combatant casualties.
Thailand's Concern Over Israeli Military Zones
Following a tragic incident in northern Israel where projectiles fired from Lebanon claimed the lives of seven individuals, including four Thai workers, Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern. The Thai workers, who were brought to the area with Israeli military permission, were victims of the deadliest attack since Israeli forces entered Lebanon earlier this month.
Thailand's Foreign Ministry spokesperson emphasized the need for caution, urging Israel to refrain from allowing workers to enter closed military zones to prevent further tragedies. The injured worker is currently receiving critical care in a Haifa hospital, with the Thai embassy providing support to the families of the deceased.
Thailand reiterated its call for all conflicting parties to cease retaliatory actions promptly to prevent the escalation of hostilities and restore peace and stability in the Middle East region. The town of Metula in northern Israel, which borders Lebanon and has faced significant rocket damage, remains largely evacuated, with only security personnel and agricultural workers present.
Israel's renewed airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburb underscore the ongoing tensions in the region, highlighting the urgent need for diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation and prevent further loss of life.
