Beirut. Nearly 200 deaths were reported on the Gaza and Lebanon fronts after various Israeli attacks in the last 48 hours. The toll of victims in the strip amounts to 44,200 deaths since October 7, 2023, while in Lebanon there are 3,670. The United Nations agency for refugees in Palestine stated that around 80 percent of The deaths verified on the strip occurred in residential buildings.
In Gaza there were seven massacres in two days, which left 120 dead; There are still victims among the rubble and lying in the streets, without ambulances and Civil Defense teams having been able to access them
reported the Gaza Ministry of Health.
The Israeli army yesterday issued a new forced evacuation order for Khan Younis (south), because terrorist organizations are again firing rockets towards the State of Israel from their area
reported the Qatari network Al Jazeera.
In Lebanon, 43 people were killed yesterday in the south of the country and 20 more in the capital, most in an attack in Basta el Faouqa in central Beirut, where an eight-story building was demolished and many more were damaged. According to Lebanon’s Ministry of Health, the Tel Aviv offensive has displaced nearly 1.2 million people, or a quarter of the country’s population.
Israeli forces fired four missiles with bunker buster bombs, destroying the building. The attack shook the Lebanese capital at 4 a.m. yesterday and left a deep crater; Rescue teams are still searching for survivors in the rubble, Lebanon’s National News Agency reported.
According to sources from the Al Arabiya network and the Israeli public broadcaster Kan, the target of the assault was a senior Hezbollah official, Mohamed Haydar.
There was dust and destroyed houses, people running and screaming, they were running, my wife is in the hospital, my daughter is in the hospital, my aunt is in the hospital
said Nemir Zakariya, holding a photo of his daughter, as he tried to comfort a traumatized woman outside the hospital.
Meanwhile, a video shared online, verified by Al Jazeera, shows the extent of the destruction in Chiyah, south of Beirut, where the perpetrator’s father, Hasan Raad, is heard saying: There are no stones left, no humans, no pigeons, no cats
.
On the other hand, the armed wing of Hamas reported the death of an Israeli hostage. Weeks after reestablishing contact with those in charge of protecting the captives, it was learned that a woman had died in an area under Israeli fire in the northern Gaza Strip.
said the spokesman for the organization’s armed wing, Abu Obaida. He added that the life of another hostage, who was next to the deceased, is in danger; He did not reveal their identities.
In Tel Aviv, demonstrators protested in front of the house of President Isaac Herzog to demand the return of the captives; relatives of those detained denounced that the premier he needs the war to continue so he can avoid judgment
for pending corruption, maintains Einav Zangauker, father of one of the Hamas hostages.
Netanyahu will begin testifying in his criminal trial next month, after a court rejected his request for a delay due to time pressures to manage the current multi-front conflict
reported The Times of Israel.
Netanyahu assured that there is a witch hunt
against him and his advisors for the investigation opened against his spokesman Eli Feldstein for theft and leak of documents from the Israel Defense Forces, with the intention of harming the State
. According to the judge, the leak was intended to reinforce the premier’s reputation for his handling of the war.
Meanwhile, 11 Israeli settlers were detained in the reoccupied West Bank for attacking elements of the Tel Aviv army following the government’s decision to annul – for that population – the figure of administrative detention, which allowed arrests without charges or trials, a rule that follows valid for the Palestinians.
The Minister of Defense, Israel Katz, justified this measure because while unjustified international sanctions are taken against the settlers, it is not appropriate for the State of Israel to adopt such a severe measure against the population of the settlements
.
!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)
{if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?
n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};
if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version=’2.0′;
n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;
t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];
s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, document,’script’,
‘
fbq(‘init’, ‘133913093805922’);
fbq(‘track’, ‘PageView’);
fbq(‘track’, ‘Contact’);
fbq(‘track’, ‘Donate’);
fbq(‘track’, ‘FindLocation’);
fbq(‘track’, ‘Lead’);
fbq(‘track’, ‘Search’);
fbq(‘track’, ‘Subscribe’, {value: ‘0.00’, currency: ‘MXN’, predicted_ltv: ‘0.00’});
fbq(‘track’, ‘ViewContent’);
#days #dead #massacres #Gaza
–
**The article mentions the displacement of over a million people in Lebanon. How can the international community effectively address the long-term needs of these displaced individuals, including housing, healthcare, and education, while also working towards a sustainable solution for the conflict itself?**
## World Today News: In Focus - The Escalating Conflict
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News “In Focus”, where we delve into the heart of global issues. Today, we’re discussing the devastating humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza and Lebanon. Joining us are two esteemed guests: [Guest 1 Name and credentials], and [Guest 2 Name and credentials].
**Section 1: The Cost of Conflict**
* **Interviewer:** The situation in Gaza and Lebanon is dire, with rapidly mounting civilian casualties. The article reports an astounding number of deaths, many occurring within residential areas. [Guest 1], you have extensively researched the impact of conflict on civilians. What are your thoughts on the scale of this current tragedy?
* **Interviewer:** [Guest 2], your organization works closely with displaced populations. What are the immediate challenges facing those who have been forced to flee their homes in Lebanon?
**Section 2: Escalating Tensions and Military Actions**
* **Interviewer:** The article highlights the ongoing Israeli military operations in both Gaza and Lebanon. [Guest 1], can you provide context to these operations and their stated objectives? What are the potential impacts these tactics might have on the already volatile situation?
* **Interviewer:** [Guest 2], the article speaks of the displacement of over a million people in Lebanon alone. How can the international community effectively respond to this growing humanitarian crisis and ensure the safety of civilians?
**Section 3: The Role of Mediation and International Law**
* **Interviewer:** With tensions escalating, the need for international intervention and diplomatic solutions becomes increasingly urgent. [Guest 1], what role should international organizations and powerful nations play in mediating this conflict?
* **Interviewer:** [Guest 2], how can the principles of international humanitarian law be upheld in this conflict, and what mechanisms are available to hold parties accountable for violations?
**Section 4: The Human Cost and the Road Ahead**
* **Interviewer:** We’ve focused heavily on the political and military aspects of this conflict. But ultimately, it’s the human stories that truly capture its devastation. [Guest 2], could you share any personal accounts or stories that illustrate the enduring resilience and suffering experienced by civilians caught in the crossfire?
* **Interviewer:** Looking ahead, both guests, what steps can be taken to pave the way for a lasting solution that addresses the root causes of this conflict and prevents future tragedies?
**Conclusion:**
We thank our guests, [Guest 1 Name] and [Guest 2 Name] for sharing their valuable insights and perspectives on this complex and tragic situation. We at World Today News are committed to keeping our readers informed and providing a platform for thoughtful conversation around crucial global issues. Stay tuned for more informative and insightful content on World Today News.
