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Israeli Airstrikes in Lebanon Kill 1,461 Amid Growing Tensions

4/8/2026

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Israel Intensifies Airstrikes

Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have intensified, killing at least 1,461 people (including 126 children) and displacing over a million.
The Israeli military says it targets civilian areas because Hezbollah uses them for military purposes, a claim Hezbollah denies.
Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada condemned Israel's actions as an illegal invasion, contrasting with past support.
With fears of annexation growing, many Lebanese are reluctant to evacuate.

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Hussein Saleh Mourns Loss

Hussein Saleh mourns the loss of his wife, daughter, and six relatives killed by an Israeli missile strike on March 6.
He visits the site daily to search for remnants.
Since March 2, more than 1,500 people have died in the conflict, including 130 children.
Israel has issued evacuation warnings for 15% of Lebanon.
Saleh described the brutal aftermath and said he was confused about why his family was targeted.

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Historical Context

Israel's 1982 invasion of Lebanon, known as Operation Peace for Galilee, aimed to eliminate the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and resulted in over 20,000 deaths, primarily among civilians. This military action, justified by an assassination attempt on an Israeli ambassador, has set a precedent for targeting civilian areas in subsequent conflicts, including ongoing hostilities with Hezbollah, contributing to regional instability and humanitarian crises.

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Israel Intensifies Airstrikes

Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have intensified, killing at least 1,461 people (including 126 children) and displacing over a million.
The Israeli military says it targets civilian areas because Hezbollah uses them for military purposes, a claim Hezbollah denies.
Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada condemned Israel's actions as an illegal invasion, contrasting with past support.
With fears of annexation growing, many Lebanese are reluctant to evacuate.

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