The death toll from Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon has risen to 2,119, with 10,019 reported injured.

The ongoing Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon have resulted in a staggering toll of 2,119 fatalities and 10,019 injuries since October 8, 2023. In the last 24 hours alone, the violence claimed 36 lives and injured 150 individuals. These figures emerged from a report released by Nasser Yassin, the Minister of Environment and Coordinator of the Government Emergency Committee, detailing the recent Israeli attacks and the current situation in Lebanon.

Details of the Recent Attacks

The report highlights that the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health confirmed the latest casualty figures, stating, “In the past 24 hours, we recorded 36 martyrs and 150 injuries, bringing the total since the onset of hostilities to 2,119 martyrs and 10,019 injuries.” Moreover, the report noted that Israeli forces conducted 137 airstrikes within the last day, raising the total number of assaults to 9,400 since the conflict began.

Displacement and Humanitarian Response

As the violence escalates, the humanitarian situation grows increasingly dire. The report indicated that authorities have opened 990 shelters for displaced individuals, with 781 centers reaching full capacity. Currently, approximately 181,700 displaced persons have registered in these shelters, as reported by the National Operations Room.

Additionally, the Lebanese General Security documented the movement of 304,897 Syrian citizens and 107,333 Lebanese nationals crossing into Syria from September 23 until October 8.

Scope of the Airstrikes and Their Impact

Israeli warplanes initiated a series of extensive airstrikes on September 23, targeting various regions, including southern Lebanon, the Beqaa Valley, Beirut, the southern suburbs, Mount Lebanon, and northern Lebanon. These strikes have struck civilian homes, health facilities, and infrastructure, leading to a significant wave of displacement, with approximately 1.2 million people fleeing affected areas. Furthermore, the Israeli military launched a limited ground operation earlier this month, aimed at Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon.

The ongoing conflict in Lebanon has created a severe humanitarian crisis, resulting in extensive loss of life and widespread displacement. As the situation continues to evolve, the international community watches closely, hoping for a resolution that will bring peace and safety to the region.

For further updates on the situation in Lebanon and the impact of the airstrikes, stay tuned to our news coverage.

To follow the news in Arabic