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Israel’s Attacks on Lebanon are military operations conducted by the Israeli military on 2 March 2026 using air and naval assets against the southern suburbs of Beirut the capital of Lebanon and its southern and eastern regions.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that at least 31 people were killed and 149 injured in Israeli air strikes on 2 March.
Israel’s attacks on Beirut 2 March 2026 - (Associated Press)
On the morning of 2 March 2026 Hezbollah announced it had launched missile and unmanned aerial vehicle attacks from southern Lebanon into northern Israel. The statement indicated that the attacks were in response to Israel’s nearly daily strikes on Lebanon and the killing of Iran’s religious leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hezbollah carried out the attack targeting an Israeli military facility near Haifa.
The Israeli Military Spokesperson announced that missiles had been detected launched from Lebanon. The statement noted that sirens were activated across northern Israel following the missile launches.
The Israeli press reported that this attack was the most intense carried out by Hezbollah since the ceasefire agreed upon between Lebanon and Israel on 27 November 2024. Channel 12 television broadcasting in Israel reported that six missiles had been fired from Lebanon.
On 2 March 2026 the Israeli military announced it had carried out a series of coordinated strikes against targets in Lebanon and Iran. The statement indicated that the strikes were conducted in response to Hezbollah’s rocket launches.
The Israeli military stated that senior Hezbollah operatives in Beirut had been targeted with precision munitions. The attacks were carried out by the Israeli Air Force and Navy.
The statement also indicated that a weapons storage facility in the Lebanese city of Sour claimed to belong to Hezbollah had been targeted. It further asserted that command centers allegedly used to deepen ties between Iran and Hezbollah were also struck.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that 31 people were killed and 149 injured in Israeli air strikes targeting Beirut and southern regions.
The ministry stated that 20 of the fatalities occurred in the Dahieh district of Beirut and 11 in the south. The number of injured was reported as 91 in Dahieh and 58 in the south.
Damage in the Baalbek region of southern Lebanon targeted in Israeli strikes 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026 Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz stated on the US-based social media platform X: “Hezbollah will pay a heavy price for firing at Israel.”
In the same statement he referred to Hezbollah’s Secretary General Naim Qassem: “Naim Qassem Secretary General of Hezbollah who decided to fire under Iranian pressure is now marked for assassination.”
Katz also said: “Everyone who follows the path of Ali Khamenei will soon find themselves alongside those removed from the axis of evil in the depths of hell.”
On 2 March 2026 Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced the launch of a campaign of attacks against Hezbollah. In his statement Zamir said: “We have launched a campaign of attacks against Hezbollah and must be prepared for several days of fighting.” He added: “We are not only on the defensive; we are going on the offensive.”
On 2 March 2026 Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanese territory. Aoun noted that rocket launches from Lebanese soil risked drawing the country into dangerous military confrontations in the region.
In the same statement he indicated that these rocket launches were aimed at undermining the state’s efforts to keep Lebanon out of conflict. Aoun declared that the state would not permit Lebanon to be turned again into a platform for wars unrelated to its own interests.
The president emphasized that parties ignoring repeated calls to preserve security and stability would be held responsible for any negative developments. Aoun stated that the Lebanese state would not allow such a situation to recur and that the Lebanese people would not accept it.
On 2 March 2026 Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam described rocket launches from southern Lebanon toward Israel as “irresponsible and suspicious acts.” Salam said: “Regardless of who is behind them these launches threaten Lebanon’s security and stability.” He added: “Lebanon will not allow itself to be dragged into new adventures.” He also stated that those responsible would be identified and all necessary measures would be taken to protect the Lebanese people.”
Following the Israeli attacks Prime Minister Nawaf Salam convened an emergency cabinet meeting. The meeting took place at 08:00 local time at the Presidential Palace. It assessed developments since midnight on 2 March and discussed measures the government would take.
On 2 March 2026 Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the government had banned Hezbollah’s military and security activities and limited its role to political functions.
In a statement following the cabinet meeting Salam said: “The state rejects any military or security operation launched from Lebanese territory.”
Salam stated: “The decision for war and peace belongs solely to the state.” He confirmed that the cabinet had decided to ban military operations outside legitimate state institutions. Salam ordered the Lebanese Armed Forces to firmly implement a plan to bring all weapons under state control particularly in the area north of the Litani River.
On 2 March 2026 Israeli military spokesperson Ella Waweya issued a video message on the US-based social media platform X announcing that more than 50 settlements in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley would be targeted and urging residents of these areas to immediately evacuate their homes. The statement indicated that residents must move to open areas at least 1000 meters away.
Thousands flee southern Lebanon for Beirut following Israeli strike threats 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Following Israel’s threat of attacks thousands of people in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley began migrating northward. Those forced to abandon their homes created heavy traffic on the roads. Movement was reported from southern suburbs of Beirut and parts of southern Lebanon toward central Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
Following the Israeli attacks all private and public schools and vocational and technical training institutions in Lebanon suspended educational activities for security reasons.
The Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education stated that the decision was made in light of concerns for public safety and the extraordinary security situation.
The ministry noted that many displaced persons were being sheltered in schools and that relevant authorities would evaluate developments daily in coordination with each other.
On 2 March 2026 the Israeli military announced it had conducted an air strike in the southern suburbs of Beirut targeting a “senior Hezbollah member.” The strike was said to have focused on the Madi neighborhood but no details regarding the individual’s identity were provided. The Israeli military described the strike as a “pinpoint operation.”
Israeli air strikes reportedly targeted several towns in southern Lebanon. The towns of Bint Jubayl Arabsalim and Hola in the Nabatieh Governorate and the villages of Hos Rafika and Doris in the eastern Baalbek region were among the targets. Three civilians were reported injured in the strike on Hos Rafika.
The towns of Sela Debal Mareke Siddikin and Deyr Amis in the city of Sour were also targeted. Air strikes were also reported against the villages of Mahrune Tayr Felsay Bazuriyye Semaiye Hiniyye Mansuri Mecdel Zon Kana and Shiaytiye under the jurisdiction of Sour and the villages of Kalviye Hasada and Hira Tayr Debe under the Nabatieh Governorate.
A heavy Israeli air strike targeted the town of Srifa in southern Lebanon and two separate strikes were carried out on the Al-Salihiya neighborhood in Nabatieh. These strikes reportedly caused widespread destruction and fires in buildings and vehicles. The areas around Al-Shahabiya and Deir Qanoun al-Nahr in southern Lebanon were also targeted.
On 2 March 2026 it was reported that Israel had begun calling up 100000 reserve soldiers as part of preparations to expand its operations against Iran and Lebanon.
The Israeli military announced that the code name for its ongoing operation is “Operation Roaring Lion” and that reserve forces are being mobilized across various fronts for reinforcement. The Israeli military confirmed it is continuing its offensive campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Israel’s Attacks on Lebanon are military operations conducted by the Israeli military on March 2, 2026, targeting the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, as well as the southern and eastern regions of the country, using air and naval assets.
Israel’s attacks on Beirut, March 2, 2026 - (Associated Press)
On the morning of March 2, 2026, Hezbollah announced it had launched missile and unmanned aerial vehicle attacks from southern Lebanon into northern Israel. The statement indicated that the attack was in response to Israel’s nearly daily assaults on Lebanon and the killing of Iran’s religious leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hezbollah carried out the attack by targeting an Israeli military facility near Haifa.
The Israeli Defense Forces stated that missiles had been detected being launched from Lebanon, and that sirens were activated across the country’s northern regions following the missile launches.
The Israeli press reported that this attack was the most intense carried out by Hezbollah since the ceasefire agreed upon between Lebanon and Israel on November 27, 2024. Israeli television channel 12 reported that six missiles had been fired from Lebanon.
On March 2, 2026, the Israeli military announced it had carried out a series of coordinated attacks simultaneously in Lebanon and Iran. The statement indicated that the attacks were conducted in response to Hezbollah’s missile launches.
According to the Israeli military, high-ranking Hezbollah members in Beirut’s southern suburbs were targeted with precision munitions. The attacks were executed by the Israeli Air Force and Navy.
The statement also indicated that a weapons storage facility allegedly belonging to Hezbollah in the Lebanese city of Sur had been targeted. Additionally, command centers accused of deepening the ties between Iran and Hezbollah were also targeted.
In its initial statement, Lebanon’s Ministry of Health reported that 31 people had been killed and 149 injured in Israeli air strikes targeting Beirut and southern regions.
In the evening of March 2, Lebanon’s Ministry of Health announced that the number of fatalities in the Israeli attacks had increased by 21 to reach 52, and that the number of injured had reached 154. The statement indicated that Israel had carried out 221 attacks. It was also reported that 28,586 people had been forcibly displaced and that 186 centers were serving as temporary shelters.
Damage in the Baalbek region of southern Lebanon, targeted in Israel’s attack, March 2, 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
On March 2, 2026, Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, in a statement on the U.S.-based social media platform X, said, “Hezbollah will pay a heavy price for firing at Israel.”
In the same statement, he referred to Hezbollah’s Secretary General Naim Qassem: “Naim Qassem, Hezbollah’s Secretary General, who decided to fire under Iranian pressure, is now marked for assassination.”
Katz also said, “Everyone who follows the path of Ali Khamenei will soon find themselves alongside those eliminated from the axis of evil, in the depths of hell.”
On March 2, 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced the launch of a campaign of attacks against Hezbollah. In his statement, Zamir said, “We have launched a campaign of attacks against Hezbollah and must prepare for several days of fighting.” He added, “We are not merely on the defensive; we are going on the offensive.”
On March 2, 2026, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanese territory. Aoun noted that missile launches from Lebanese soil risked drawing the country into dangerous military confrontations in the region.
In the same statement, he indicated that these missile launches were aimed at undermining the state’s efforts to keep Lebanon out of conflict. Aoun stated that the state would not permit Lebanon to be turned once again into a platform for wars unrelated to its own interests.
The President emphasized that parties ignoring repeated calls to preserve security and stability would be held responsible for any adverse developments. Aoun declared that the Lebanese state would not allow such a situation to recur and that the Lebanese people would not accept it.
On March 2, 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam characterized missile launches from southern Lebanon into Israel as “irresponsible and suspicious acts.” Salam said, “Regardless of who is behind them, these launches threaten Lebanon’s security and stability,” and added, “Lebanon will not allow itself to be dragged into new adventures.” He also stated that those responsible would be identified and that all necessary measures would be taken to protect the Lebanese people.
Following the Israeli attacks, Nawaf Salam summoned the cabinet to an emergency meeting. The meeting was held at 08:00 local time at the Presidential Palace, where developments since midnight on March 2 were assessed and potential government measures were discussed.
On March 2, 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the government had banned Hezbollah’s military and security activities and had restricted the group’s role to political functions only.
In a statement following the cabinet meeting, Salam said, “The state rejects any military or security action launched from Lebanese territory.”
Salam stated, “The decision for war and peace belongs solely to the state,” and confirmed that the cabinet had decided to ban military operations outside legitimate state institutions. He ordered the Lebanese Armed Forces to firmly implement a plan to bring all weapons under state control, particularly north of the Litani River.
In the evening of March 2, Muhammad Raid, Speaker of Hezbollah’s Parliamentary Bloc, criticized the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities. Raid, who was alleged to have been killed in Israeli attacks, made statements on Al Manar, the television channel affiliated with Hezbollah.
Raid, responding to the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities, said, “While the Lebanese people were waiting for the attack to be banned, they were met with a decision banning the rejection of the attack. The government failed to use the international friendships it claims to have to force the enemy to halt its war against our country.”
On March 2, 2026, Israeli military spokesperson Ella Waweya, in a video message posted on the U.S.-based social media platform X, announced that more than 50 settlements in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley would be targeted and urged residents of these areas to immediately vacate their homes. The statement specified that residents must move at least 1,000 meters away to open areas.
Thousands of people flee southern Lebanon for Beirut following Israel’s attack threat, March 2, 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
Following Israel’s attack threat, thousands of people from southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley began migrating northward. Those forced to abandon their homes created heavy traffic on the roads. Displacement was reported from southern suburbs of Beirut and certain areas of southern Lebanon toward central Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
Following the Israeli attacks, all private and public schools, as well as vocational and technical training institutions in Lebanon, suspended educational activities for security reasons.
The Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education stated that the decision was made in light of concerns for public safety and the extraordinary security situation.
The statement noted that many displaced persons were being housed in schools, and that relevant authorities would evaluate developments on a daily basis in coordination with each other.
On March 2, 2026, the Israeli military announced it had conducted an air strike in the southern suburbs of Beirut targeting a “senior Hezbollah member.” The statement specified that the strike targeted the Madi neighborhood but provided no further details regarding the individual’s identity. The Israeli military described the strike as a “pinpoint operation.”
Israeli air strikes reportedly targeted various villages in southern Lebanon. The villages of Bint Jubayl, Arabsalim, and Hola in the Nabatieh Governorate, as well as Hos Rafika and Doris in the eastern Baalbek region, were identified as targets. Three civilians were reported injured in the strike on Hos Rafika.
The villages of Sela, Debal, Mareke, Siddikin, and Deyr Amis in the city of Sur were also among the targets. Additionally, air strikes were reported against the villages of Mahrune, Tayr Felsay, Bazuriyye, Semaiye, Hiniyye, Mansuri, Mecdel Zon, Kana, and Shiaytiye, all under Sur, as well as Kalviye, Hasada, and Hırayc Tayr Debe in the Nabatieh Governorate.
A heavy Israeli air strike targeted the town of Srifa in southern Lebanon, and two separate strikes were carried out on the Al-Salihiya neighborhood in Nabatieh. These strikes reportedly caused widespread destruction and fires in buildings and vehicles. The areas around Al-Shahabiya and Deir Qanoun al-Nahr in southern Lebanon were also targeted.
On March 2, 2026, it was reported that Israel had begun mobilizing 100,000 reserve soldiers as part of preparations to expand its operations against Iran and Lebanon.
The Israeli military announced that the code name of its ongoing operation is “Operation Roaring Lion”, and that reserve forces are being called up to reinforce various fronts. The Israeli military confirmed it is continuing its offensive campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
The Israeli military conducts intense air strikes on Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, March 2, 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
On March 2, 2026, the Israeli military announced it would target branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen across Lebanon. Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson Avichay Adraee shared maps on his social media account showing over 30 locations marked in red across Lebanon. The maps included numerous areas, including the capital Beirut.
The Israeli military stated that the marked locations were branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen. The statement advised that people must stay at least 300 meters away from these buildings.
On the afternoon of March 2, 2026, it was reported that the Israeli military had carried out air strikes against financial institutions affiliated with Hezbollah across Lebanon. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the Israeli military bombed the locations previously announced as targets. Sur, Nabatieh, and Baalbek were reported as locations where branches of Karz-i Hasen were targeted.
On March 2, 2026, the Israeli military conducted intensive air strikes on Dahieh, a district in Beirut. The first wave included five air strikes on Dahieh. In the evening, Israeli fighter jets targeted the district again, followed by loud explosions.
On March 2, 2026, the Israeli military announced that since beginning its attacks on Lebanon in response to Hezbollah’s missile launches, it had carried out over 70 air strikes nationwide. The military stated that a wave of attacks targeting Hezbollah assets in southern Lebanon had been completed.
It was claimed that over 70 weapons depots, launch sites, and ramps belonging to Hezbollah had been targeted. The Israeli military asserted that the struck sites were intended for use in attacks against Israel.
On March 2, 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that the attacks on Lebanon would not end until the “threat” originating from the country was eliminated and Hezbollah was disarmed. Speaking after a meeting with commanders along the northern border, Zamir emphasized that Israel was focused on Iran and declared, “We will not end the war unless Hezbollah suffers a serious blow and is disarmed.”
Zamir stated that Israel was acting decisively and had conducted strikes against the Iranian regime, adding that it was in “unique cooperation” with the U.S. military. He claimed the attacks were a response to the Lebanese government and army’s failure to act on recent warnings that Hezbollah must be disarmed. Zamir said, “We know how to defend ourselves alone.”
He argued that the war would end not only when Iran suffered damage, but also when Hezbollah sustained a severe blow. Zamir stated that the Israeli military had “planned and prepared to operate simultaneously on multiple fronts”, and that these plans had been ready for a long time.
On the same day, Israeli military spokesperson Effie Defrin indicated that all options regarding Lebanon remained on the table and signaled that Israel could launch a ground invasion. In response to a question about the possibility of a ground assault on Lebanon, where Israel had already conducted air and naval strikes, Defrin replied, “All options are on the table.”
Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer, speaking on French channel BFMTV, addressed Israel’s ongoing attacks on Lebanon over the years. He stated that Israel had not responded positively to the Lebanese government and president’s good-faith negotiation efforts and showed no interest in making progress in talks.
Chaer said, “The weapons held by Hezbollah no longer threaten Israel, and Israel knows this very well.” He added, “Israel has not given the Lebanese government any opportunity to resolve the Hezbollah issue.” Chaer expressed serious concern that Israel might launch ground attacks, stating, “We fear that Israel is seizing this historic opportunity to occupy southern Lebanon and establish the buffer zone it has long dreamed of.”
In the early hours of 3 March 2026, the Israeli military issued a new threat of attack, demanding the evacuation of the southern stretch of the Lebanon-Israel border. Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Avichay Adraee called for the complete evacuation of the western section of the border from Nakura to the village of Hiyam, and published a map marking 30 villages targeted for attack. He stated that civilians must leave their homes and move northward into Lebanon.
As Israel continues its attacks on southern Lebanon, civilians in the region are fleeing to Beirut, 2 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
During the same period, the Israeli military threatened an attack on a building in the Haret Hureyk neighborhood of Beirut’s Dahiye district. Adraee shared a map with the building marked in red and instructed residents to move at least 300 meters away from the marked structure. He claimed the building belonged to Hezbollah and announced that a heavy aerial strike would be carried out there. Subsequently, a similar marked map was released for another building in Hureyk, with a warning of an impending attack.
In the late evening, Israeli warplanes conducted aerial strikes on Beirut’s Dahiye district. Intense explosion sounds were heard following the attacks. Al Manar Television, affiliated with Hezbollah, confirmed that a building belonging to the channel had been targeted in the strike on Hureyk neighborhood of Dahiye.
On the same day, the Israeli military issued threats of attacks against 59 villages and towns in southern Lebanon, urging residents to evacuate their homes. The statement specified that those living in these settlements must move at least 1 kilometer away from their homes.
In the morning, the military targeted the Harat Hureyk area of Dahiye and bombed the El-Menar TV building. At the same time, Israeli aircraft carried out aerial strikes on the Hureyk and Hedes neighborhoods of Dahiye.
Additionally, it was reported that during the aerial attack on Beirut, the building of Nur Radio, affiliated with Hezbollah, was targeted.
On 3 March 2026, Hezbollah announced it had launched rocket and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) attacks against Israel in retaliation for strikes on Lebanon. A written statement released on Hezbollah’s Telegram channel stated that these attacks were a response to Israel’s strikes on southern Lebanon and the capital Beirut.
The statement recorded that the Miron Base in Israel was targeted at 06:30 local time by kamikaze UAVs. It was also announced that the Nafah Base in the occupied Golan Heights was struck simultaneously by multiple rockets.
On the same day, rockets fired from Lebanon struck populated areas in northern Israel. According to a statement by Eli Bin, Director General of Israel’s emergency service Magen David Adom, a rocket fired from Lebanon landed in northern Israel and hit a building in the Yuval settlement near the Lebanon border in the Jilil region, lightly injuring one person.
Later in the day, it was reported that a rocket fired from Lebanon directly hit a house in the Kfar Yuval settlement area along the Israel-Lebanon border. The attack caused severe damage to the building and nearby vehicles, and at least four people were injured. Israeli police who arrived at the scene stated they had removed shrapnel fragments from the area and remained on high alert.
On 3 March 2026, Israel announced its decision to expand its ground occupation in southern Lebanon. A statement from the office of Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz indicated that Katz and Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu had ordered the Israeli military to deploy further inside Lebanon. Katz stated that the decision to expand the occupation was justified by rising tensions with Hezbollah in Lebanon.
On the same day, Lebanon’s official news agency NNA reported that the Israeli military had begun expanding its ground occupation in southern Lebanon by advancing toward several towns and points along the border. The report stated that Israeli forces were expanding their occupied territory in southern Lebanon through intense attacks and moving toward certain towns.
On 3 March at midday, Lebanon’s official news agency NNA reported that the Israeli military had conducted aerial and artillery strikes on several towns in southern Lebanon. According to the report, Israeli aircraft targeted the towns of Harayib, Kefer Melki, Kakaiyyet Cisir, Debbin, Haruf and Zerariye, while artillery fire was directed at the area around the border town of Aita al-Shaab.
A written statement from the Lebanese Armed Forces stated that three foreign nationals were detained on the grounds of cooperating with Israel. Later in the day, the Israeli military issued a new threat of attacks against 80 villages and towns in southern Lebanon. Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Avichay Adraee stated that residents must evacuate their homes, move at least 1 kilometer away, and not return.
In an aerial strike on the village of Siddiqin, part of the city of Sur, two health workers employed by the Islamic Health Board were killed. In the village of Kabriha in the Nabatieh governorate, an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle attacked a motorcycle, killing two people and injuring two others. It was also reported that the Israeli military conducted aerial strikes on the towns of Ankun, Debbin, Teyrdeba, Benafol, Ernon, Yahmar Shakif, Mansuri, Seksekiyye and Lobiyye.
Later in the day, the Israeli military issued a new threat of attack against the city of Sur. Avichay Adraee shared a map marking certain buildings in Sur in red, claiming they belonged to Hezbollah and stating that they would be targeted by heavy aerial strikes.
On 3 March 2026, the Israeli military launched new aerial attacks on Beirut’s Dahiye district. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, Israeli aircraft targeted the Ruways and Sufeyr neighborhoods of Dahiye, known as the “Hezbollah fortress.” Smoke was reported rising from the area after the strikes.
On the same day, the Israeli military announced it had carried out a series of strikes on locations it claimed belonged to Hezbollah in Beirut. The military stated that command centers, weapons depots, and communication infrastructure used by Hezbollah’s intelligence unit had been targeted, asserting that although these facilities appeared civilian, they were “military” in nature. Additionally, it was alleged that during a naval strike on Beirut, Riza Kuzal, Commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps Quds Force’s Lebanon Division, was targeted.
It was claimed that Kuzal was involved in enhancing Hezbollah’s military capacity and equipment, played a role in arms smuggling from Iran to Lebanon, and oversaw arms production programs on Lebanese soil. The Israeli military stated that the attacks would continue.
The Israeli military also conducted an aerial strike on the headquarters of the Islamic Gathering Party in Sidon. According to NNA, Israeli aircraft targeted the party’s headquarters in the Great Bostan neighborhood of Sidon. Aerial strikes were also carried out on the towns of Mivdon, Davudiyye, Kefer Tebnit, and Upper Nabatieh. Fourteen people were injured in the aerial strike on Davudiyye. It was also reported that a building in Sidon previously subject to an attack threat had been bombed.
Following Israel’s attacks on Lebanon, displacement increased across the country. It was reported that at least 10,000 civilians fleeing the fighting crossed into Syria through the Cdeydet Yabus and Cusiye border crossings near the Damascus countryside and Homs. It was also reported that those seeking to enter Syria from Lebanon faced long queues and waited for hours due to overcrowding at the border crossings.
Director General of Border Crossings Mohammed al-Qasim stated that a major surge in traffic at the border crossing was caused by the deteriorating security situation in Lebanon. Qasim noted that Lebanese authorities were allowing civilians to cross without stamping their passports, contributing to the congestion. He added that civil defense teams had been deployed to assist arrivals, additional halls had been opened, and extra staff had been assigned. “From last night until 10:00 this morning, 10,000 people entered,” he said. He also stated that Lebanese citizens could only enter Syria if they were married to a Syrian, owned property in Syria, held citizenship of another country, or possessed a union card.
On the same day, a written statement by Lebanon’s Disaster Management Unit, under the government, reported that the number of displaced persons had reached 58,064 since the attacks began on 2 March. The statement noted that these individuals had been relocated to 321 shelters across Lebanon. Social Affairs Minister Hanin al-Sayyid, speaking at a press conference, confirmed that all state institutions were on high alert and that efforts were underway to meet the needs of the displaced.
On 3 March 2026, Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu announced that attacks against Iran and Lebanon would be intensified. He made the remarks during a visit to the Palmachim Military Air Base in central Israel.
Netanyahu stated that Israeli jets were operating over Israeli and Lebanese airspace, claiming that Hezbollah had made a “great mistake” by attacking Israel. He declared that the ongoing attacks on Lebanon and Iran would be intensified.
On 3 March 2026, Lebanese President Michel Aoun, during a meeting with members of the “Quintet Committee,” stated that Hezbollah’s attack targeting northern Israel had been launched from a region south of the Litani River. Aoun emphasized that the cabinet’s decision on Monday, which affirmed that decisions on war and peace rest solely with the Lebanese state and prohibited unauthorized military and security activities, was “sovereign and irreversible.” He stated that the responsibility for implementing this decision across all regions of Lebanon had been assigned to the Lebanese Armed Forces and security forces.
President Aoun requested that the countries of the Quintet Committee — the United States, France, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Egypt — exert pressure on Israel to halt its attacks on Lebanon. It was reported that the Quintet Committee had been formed following the political escalation after the vacancy of Lebanon’s presidency.
On 3 March 2026, the United States Embassy in Beirut announced that, due to “ongoing regional tensions,” it would remain closed until a further announcement. The written statement from the embassy indicated the decision was made for security reasons. It stated that “the U.S. Embassy in Beirut will remain closed until a further announcement due to ongoing regional tensions.” All routine and emergency consular appointments were canceled, and the public would be notified when the embassy resumed normal operations.
During the night of 4 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted an airstrike on the village of Aramun, located south of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon. According to reports in the Lebanese press, a building in Aramun was targeted, and the intense explosion from the strike was audible in various parts of Beirut.
Israeli airstrikes on Beirut, Lebanon, 4 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
Lebanon’s official news agency, NNA, reported that Israeli warplanes also carried out airstrikes on the Kefer Coz and Kefur regions in southern Lebanon during the same night. It was also reported that an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) continued low-altitude flight over Beirut’s skies during this period.
In the early morning hours, Israeli attacks expanded to eastern Lebanon. According to NNA, Israeli warplanes bombed a four-story building in the El-Metrebe neighborhood of Baalbek, located in eastern Lebanon. Initial assessments indicate that four people were killed and six injured in the strike. Rescue operations to recover those trapped under rubble are ongoing.
Casualties and injuries were also reported from two buildings bombed in Aramun and the es-Sadiyat area during the same period. According to local media citing sources from the Ministry of Health, a total of six people were killed and eight injured in the attacks on Aramun and Sadiyat. Thus, by morning, the total number of fatalities from Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon reached ten, with 14 injured.
Israeli airstrikes on Beirut, Lebanon, 4 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
NNA also reported that the Israeli military targeted a hotel in the Hazmiye area east of Beirut with an airstrike, and numerous fire trucks were dispatched to the area. Israeli warplanes were also reported to have struck near the villages of et-Tayri and Kunin, which are附属 to the city of Nabatieh in southern Lebanon.
On the morning of 4 March 2026, casualty figures from Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon were updated. According to the official news agency NNA, the number of those killed in Israeli attacks rose to 11, and the number of injured increased to 23.
In the four-story building bombed in the El-Metrebe neighborhood of Baalbek in eastern Lebanon, initial assessments indicated that five people were killed, 15 were injured, and three others were reported missing. Rescue operations to recover those trapped under rubble are continuing. Ahmed Zuhery et-Tufeyli, Mayor of Baalbek, stated at the site: “We are facing an enemy that commits senseless crimes. Only civilian families live in this settlement complex where the enemy has carried out a massacre.”
Starting in the early morning hours of 4 March, the Israeli military intensified airstrikes targeting the Dahiye area in southern Beirut. Israeli aircraft carried out a total of six airstrikes on the area during the morning hours.
On the same day, the Israeli military struck the villages of Mahmudiye, Suvayri, and Arzun Shahhur in the south. Airstrikes were also conducted against the villages of Shamstar and Buvadi in the Baalbek region in the east. Additionally, it was reported that the Israeli military launched a shrapnel bomb attack on the village of Cideydet Mercayun, which is part of the Nabatieh governorate.
An Israeli-targeted hotel in Jabal Lubnan, 4 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
On 4 March 2026, the Israeli military expanded its evacuation call for southern Lebanon. Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Avichay Adraee, in a statement on his social media account, initially listed 16 villages and towns and called for their immediate evacuation. Residents of these settlements were urged to leave their homes and move at least one kilometer away.
In a subsequent statement, the number of villages under threat was increased by an additional 14, bringing the total to 30 villages for which evacuation was requested. Adraee asserted that attacks would be carried out against Hezbollah personnel, facilities, and military vehicles, and urged Lebanese civilians in these areas to evacuate.
On 4 March 2026, the Israeli military called for the complete evacuation of southern Lebanon up to the Litani River. In a social media post, Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Avichay Adraee published a map of southern Lebanon marked in red and issued evacuation orders to the local population.
Adraee called for the complete evacuation of the region, which was home to approximately two million people before the war and has suffered severe damage due to intense attacks over the past two years.
In his statement, he said: “Anyone near Hezbollah members, facilities, or weapons is putting their own life at risk.” He further issued a threat of attack, stating: “Any house used by Hezbollah for military purposes is a legitimate target.” He instructed Lebanese civilians to completely vacate the area south of the Litani River and move north of it.
An Israeli-targeted hotel in the Hazmiye region of Lebanon, 4 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
On the same day, it was reported that the Israeli military expanded its ground invasion in Lebanon, advancing approximately 700 meters southward toward the village of Kefer Shuba along the border. Kasem al-Qadiri, President of the Kefer Shuba and Arkub Municipalities Union, stated that Israeli military units had moved approximately 700 meters from a point belonging to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) and established positions in the Sahra area south of the village.
Lebanon’s official agency NNA also reported that Israeli forces had advanced from the Bustra region toward the Rebaat et-Teben area near Kefer Shuba. The report indicated that this military movement was accompanied by five military vehicles, one bulldozer, and two civilian vehicles.
On 4 March 2026, Hezbollah announced that it had targeted Israeli military units in northern Israel and near the border, as well as a military base in the city of Haifa, with missiles. In a statement posted on its social media account, Hezbollah stated that Israeli military personnel stationed in northern Israel were targeted with “advanced missiles.”
The statement indicated that a group of Israeli soldiers near the Yuval settlement close to the Lebanese border in the Jilil region had been targeted. It was also reported that a series of missile strikes were launched against the naval base in Haifa. Hezbollah stated that these attacks were carried out in response to the bombardment targeting many areas of Lebanon, especially southern Beirut.
Cdeydet Yabus Border Crossing between Syria and Lebanon, 4 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
On 4 March 2026, the Cdeydet Yabus border crossing between Syria and Lebanon was temporarily closed due to the risk of a potential Israeli airstrike on the Masnaa Border Crossing on the Lebanese side.
Mazen Allush, Director General of Relations for Syria’s Land and Sea Border Authorities, announced on his social media account that the border crossing had been closed. Allush stated that the decision followed an alert indicating that the Masnaa Border Crossing on the Lebanese side needed to be immediately evacuated due to the possibility of being bombed by Israel.
Cdeydet Yabus Border Crossing between Syria and Lebanon, 4 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
In his statement, he said: “In precaution against the risk of a possible airstrike, all passenger movement through the border crossing has been temporarily suspended.” The temporarily closed Cdeydet Yabus border crossing was reopened shortly afterward.
On 4 March 2026, Lebanon’s Ministry of Health announced that the number of fatalities from Israeli attacks since 2 March had risen to 72, with 437 injured.
On 4 March 2026, Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem made statements regarding Israeli attacks. Qassem said: “We will not surrender. Even if our capabilities are limited, with the resources we have and our faith, we will continue our defense no matter how great the sacrifice required.” Qassem affirmed that their resistance constitutes a “legitimate right,” adding: “This is grounded in the Taif Agreement, the rulings of all divine religions, the President’s oath speech, and the principles outlined in the government’s declaration.”
Qassem, stating that Hezbollah’s weapons are not a subject of debate, said: “This is a legitimate right. Hezbollah and its Islamic resistance are responding to Israeli-American aggression. Israel’s occupation and expansion plans are clear. We will resist this aggression within the framework of our right to defend our people, our resistance, and our homeland. This is an existential defense for us and will continue until our objectives are achieved.” He continued: “We will fight Israel. They have sought to carry this war to the furthest possible point. But our choice is to fight them to the very end, even at the cost of our lives. We will not surrender. Even if our capabilities are limited, with the resources we have and our faith, we will continue our defense no matter how great the sacrifice required.” He added: “Our duty is to continue our defense, to nullify the objectives of this Israeli-American enemy, and to remain steadfast in our rejection of the enemy’s projects. Thus, history will record that we did not waver in defending our rights and did not surrender to our enemy.”
Qassem, accusing Israel of invading Lebanon and killing its people, said: “Everyone in Lebanon bears the responsibility to resist this attack.” He called for unity against Israel, stating: “This is Lebanon’s struggle against its Israeli enemy. We are fighting to defend our people, our children’s future, and our homeland. This struggle is in response to direct attacks against us and the targeting of our country. This war is not connected to any other conflict. What we want is for Israeli-American aggression to cease and for Israel to withdraw. This is our goal.”
Israeli airstrikes on Beirut, Lebanon, 4 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
On 4 March, Yair Lapid, leader of Israel’s main opposition party, Yesh Atid, called for a ground invasion of southern Lebanon. After visiting the Israel-Lebanon border, Lapid stated that the occupation of southern Lebanon was necessary to ensure the security of Israeli settlements in the north.
Lapid expressed support for the Israeli military’s decision to expand its ground invasion in Lebanon, saying: “As long as Hezbollah remains on the other side of the border, security is not possible.” He also called for the establishment of a “buffer zone” in southern Lebanon, stating: “If this requires entering Lebanon, then we must enter Lebanon.”
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a phone call with Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. In a statement on his social media account, Sharif expressed “unwavering solidarity” with the Lebanese people following the casualties from Israeli attacks.
Sharif affirmed Pakistan’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and noted that both sides agreed during the call on the urgent need for de-escalation, reduction of tensions, and restoration of peace.
On 4 March 2026, French President Emmanuel Macron held phone calls with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, and Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. In his statement, Macron said they discussed the “alarming situation in Lebanon.” He urged Hezbollah to immediately halt its attacks and emphasized that strategies of escalation endanger the region. He also called on Netanyahu to respect Lebanon’s territorial integrity and to avoid a ground operation.
On 6 March 2026 the Israeli military conducted sustained air strikes throughout the day against targets in southern Lebanon eastern Lebanon and the Dahieh district of southern Beirut. The attacks began in the early morning hours and continued in successive waves at various times during the day.
Israel’s strikes against Lebanon 6 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
Israeli warplanes targeted the neighborhoods of Burj el-Barajneh Hureyk Hades and Harik in southern Beirut. It was reported that the areas around Sahil Hospital as well as the al-Jamous and al-Meshrefiyeh districts were also affected with significant damage to buildings and businesses and multiple fires breaking out.
The Israeli military announced that since the morning it had carried out at least four air strikes on the Dahieh district following the issuance of evacuation orders and threats of attack. Thick smoke was observed rising from the area after the explosions. The military further stated that since 2 March it had conducted a total of 26 waves of air strikes against Dahieh.
Israeli warplanes targeted the city of Sidon along with the towns of Mervaniyye Jibshit Tul Sarifa Aita al-Shaab Tulin Suvana Majdel Silim Ankun Hiyyam Duveyr and Kallaviyye. Nabatieh Beysariyye Tebnine Kafr Shuba Wadi Zabqin and Mezraa Hilta were also affected by the strikes.
Israel’s strikes against Lebanon 6 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
In the air strike on Jibshit two people were killed one person was killed in Sarifa and one in Mervaniyye. The muezzin was killed in an air strike on a mosque in Tul. In Sidon an air strike on a multi-story building killed five people and injured seven. Two people were killed in Duveyr and three were killed with one injured in an attack on the town of Saide.
The Israeli military targeted the towns of Derus and Dors in the Bekaa region and the towns of Saide Nebi Shit Hidar and the Beit Mishik farms in the Baalbek region. Nine separate air strikes were carried out against Nebi Shit according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health nine people were killed and 17 injured in these attacks.
On 6 March 2026 the Israeli military targeted a position belonging to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon UNIFIL in the town of Kozah which is attached to the city of Sur in southern Lebanon.
According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA the Israeli military conducted an air strike on a position occupied by Ghanaian soldiers serving under UNIFIL in Kozah. It was reported that several Ghanaian soldiers were injured in the attack.
On the morning of 6 March 2026 the Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that since 2 March the number of fatalities had risen to 123 and the number of injured to 683.
Israel’s strikes against Lebanon 6 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
In a written statement by Lebanon’s National Disaster Management Unit under the government it was stated that approximately 96000 displaced persons had been accommodated in 441 temporary shelters opened across the country.
In a second statement later on the day the Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the total number of fatalities had increased by 94 to 217 and the number of injured had risen to 798.
On 6 March 2026 UN Office for Human Rights spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani stated that hundreds of thousands of people in Lebanon had been affected by Israel’s evacuation orders.
In her assessment during the weekly press briefing at the UN Office in Geneva Shamdasani noted that Israel’s ground offensives in southern Lebanon its general evacuation orders and ongoing air strikes across various regions of the country have imposed an additional humanitarian burden on civilians already living under severe conditions.
In her statement she said “These warnings and evacuation orders in Lebanon are reported to have affected more than 100 towns and villages where tens of thousands of people live and risk affecting many more. Yesterday Israel demanded the complete evacuation of nearly all of southern Beirut’s suburbs and the entire Bekaa region in eastern Lebanon causing fear and panic among residents.”
Shamdasani reiterated that hundreds of thousands of people in Lebanon have been affected by evacuation orders and emphasized that the renewed escalation of hostilities is producing devastating consequences. Shamdasani noted that civilians are paying a heavy price and pointed out that Hezbollah has continued its rocket attacks against Israel.
In a call on behalf of the United Nations Shamdasani said “We urge the parties to step back from the brink of this major escalation in Lebanon. Instead we demand an urgent de-escalation compliance with obligations under UN Security Council Resolution 1701 and faithful implementation of the 2024 ceasefire arrangements. Respect must be shown for Lebanon’s sovereignty and the human rights of its people.”
Israel’s strikes against Lebanon 6 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
On 6 March 2026 Lebanese officials launched diplomatic initiatives at the international level in response to Israel’s ongoing attacks.
Lebanese Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf al-Rajji called Omani Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr bin Hamad al-Busaidi by phone and requested that Muscat use its diplomatic influence with relevant parties to prevent Lebanon from being drawn into war.
In a statement posted on his account on the social media platform X based in the United States Rajji confirmed that the conversation with his Omani counterpart was part of ongoing diplomatic efforts. He requested that Oman engage with the relevant parties to deploy its diplomatic leverage to prevent Lebanon from being dragged into war.
Destruction in the Baalbek region following Israeli strikes 6 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
On the same day Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called on the international community and the United Nations to intervene to halt Israel’s attacks on the country.
According to a written statement from the Lebanese Presidency Aoun has continued international contacts with “brotherly and friendly” countries to prevent Israel’s strikes targeting multiple areas including southern Lebanon the Bekaa region and southern Beirut’s Dahieh district.
The statement noted that the attacks have resulted in numerous deaths and injuries extensive destruction and the displacement of thousands of people. It also recorded that Israel’s strikes on 6 March reached the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon UNIFIL resulting in injuries to members of the Ghanaian contingent.
Aoun condemned Israel’s large-scale attacks and called on all countries and the United Nations to intervene to stop the assaults against Lebanon.
Israel’s strikes against Lebanon 6 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
According to statements made on 6 March 2026 more than 65000 civilians fleeing Israeli attacks have crossed into Syria. The Israeli military’s intensive air strikes targeting numerous areas of Lebanon particularly Dahieh in southern Beirut have intensified displacement movements.
At least 65000 civilians entered Syria through the border crossings of Cdeydet Yabus in the Damascus countryside and Cusiye in Homs. Mazen Alloush Director General of International Relations at the Syrian General Directorate of Customs and Ports confirmed that 65000 civilians had entered through the border crossings in Damascus and Homs.
It was reported that food health and clothing assistance was provided to the displaced civilians at the Cdeydet Yabus and Cusiye border crossings by the Syrian Ministry of Disaster and Emergency Management and civil society organizations.
According to the daily report of Lebanon’s National Committee for Disaster Management on the same day 110162 displaced persons have been accommodated in shelters across the country due to Israel’s ongoing attacks.
The report stated that the number of open shelters has reached 512 and that 26432 families have been forced to abandon their homes as a result of the attacks.
The Israeli military announced that eight of its soldiers were injured in a rocket attack launched from Lebanon as part of its efforts to expand its ground occupation. The statement indicated that Israeli soldiers stationed near the Lebanese border in northern Israel were targeted by Hezbollah fighters.
It was reported that the injured soldiers belonged to the Givati Brigade that all eight were transported to hospital and that five were in critical condition. It was also reported in the media that one of the lightly injured soldiers is the son of Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.
On the same day Hezbollah issued a written statement announcing that it had carried out a total of 18 attacks using rockets and unmanned aerial vehicles UAVs against Israeli forces in northern Israel and Israeli troops advancing within Lebanon.
The statement indicated that the Katsavia Base located in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights in Syria was targeted by a series of UAVs. It also stated that Israeli troops advancing in southern Lebanon were struck by rockets.
It was reported that the Amiad Base near the northern Israeli city of Safed was targeted by kamikaze UAVs and that rocket attacks were launched against five populated areas in northern Israel. Hezbollah issued evacuation warnings for 23 settlements in northern Israel.
On the night of 5 March, the Israeli military carried out separate airstrikes against two vehicles in motion on the Airport Highway in Beirut, the capital of Lebanon. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the attacks occurred along the same route.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that three people were killed and six were injured in the attacks. The injured were transported to hospitals.
On 5 March 2026, the Israeli military targeted a house in the al-Bedawi Palestinian Refugee Camp, located in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli, with an airstrike. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, Hamas official Wasim Atallah al-Ali and his wife were killed in the attack, while one of their daughters was injured.
The house targeted in this operation, part of Israel’s intensified campaign launched on 2 March, was reported to belong to Atallah. Israeli media also reported that the strike aimed at a Hamas official.
Following the attack, protests were held in the al-Bedawi camp. It was also recalled that Wasim Atallah’s brother, Said Atallah, had been killed along with his family in a previous Israeli strike on the al-Bedawi camp.
On the same day, the Israeli military conducted airstrikes on the al-Ghubayri, Bir al-Abd and Hireyk neighborhoods in the Dahiya region south of Beirut, and bombed a house in the village of ash-Shihabiyya, attached to the southern Lebanese city of Sur.
Tanks and military vehicles of the Lebanese Armed Forces in the Marjayoun region of southern Lebanon following Israeli attacks, 5 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, on 5 March 2026, an airstrike on the village of Sharq Zawtar, part of the Nabatieh governorate, killed three members of the same family. In another airstrike targeting the village of Kefur, also in Nabatieh, two people were killed. In a separate attack on a vehicle in the southern city of Sur, three people died.
In the al-Bedawi Palestinian Refugee Camp in Tripoli, northern Lebanon, an airstrike on a house killed Hamas official Wasim Atallah and his wife, while their daughter was injured. Additionally, two people were killed and two injured in an Israeli airstrike on a vehicle in motion in the Zahle region of eastern Lebanon.
On 5 March 2026, the Israeli military announced that since launching intensive attacks in Lebanon on 2 March, it had struck 320 Hezbollah targets. In a press briefing, Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson Effie Defrin stated that Israeli warplanes had destroyed 320 targets allegedly belonging to Hezbollah since Monday.
A building destroyed by Israeli strikes in the Lebanese city of Nabatieh, 5 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
On 5 March 2026, the Lebanese Ministry of Health released updated casualty figures regarding Israeli attacks on Lebanon since the morning of Monday, 2 March. According to the official news agency NNA, the Ministry’s Public Health Emergency Operations Center reported that the death toll had risen to 102 and the number of injured to 638. The statement also noted that new casualties were arriving at hospitals, meaning the numbers could continue to rise.
In a written statement from Lebanon’s Disaster Management Unit under the government, it was stated that approximately 96,000 displaced people have been accommodated in 441 temporary shelters.
On the same day, the Israeli military targeted the village of Hiyam in southern Lebanon with white phosphorus artillery shells. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the attack was carried out by artillery fire. The same report stated that Israeli warplanes also conducted an airstrike on the village of Taybe in southern Lebanon.
On 5 March 2026, the Lebanese Council of Ministers decided to implement security and administrative measures against any elements of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps found on Lebanese territory.
Following the Council of Ministers meeting chaired by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, Lebanese Information Minister Paul Markus stated that all relevant institutions and security agencies had been instructed to investigate whether Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps elements are present in Lebanon.
According to the statement, immediate action is required to prevent any such elements from conducting any military or security activities from Lebanese soil. Individuals identified are to be detained under judicial supervision and expelled from the country.
Markus also announced that a decision had been made to reintroduce visa requirements for Iranian citizens to ensure border security and prevent the use of Lebanese territory for activities threatening its safety.
On 5 March 2026, Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich issued a threat of destruction against Dahiya, a neighborhood in Beirut, Lebanon. According to Israeli media reports, Smotrich visited Israel’s northern border and claimed that Hezbollah would pay a “heavy price” for attacking Israel. Smotrich, who defends attacks against Iran and Hezbollah, drew attention to Israeli military evacuation warnings issued for southern Lebanon and the Dahiya region. He stated regarding Dahiya: “Soon Dahiya will look like Han Yunus.”
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun held a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron. According to a statement from the Lebanese Presidency, Aoun addressed Israeli threats against Dahiya in southern Beirut.
Aoun called on France to intervene and urged Macron to take action to prevent Israel from targeting Dahiya. The call also emphasized the need to intensify international efforts to achieve a ceasefire as soon as possible.
Following the Israeli military’s call for evacuation and threat of attack on Dahiya, a densely populated region in southern Beirut housing hundreds of thousands of people, widespread civilian movement occurred in the area.
Lebanese civilians evacuate neighborhoods in southern Beirut after Israel’s evacuation order and attack threat, 5 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
Following the Israeli military’s call for the immediate evacuation of four major neighborhoods in Dahiya, thousands of people quickly abandoned their homes. Traffic congestion increased on Beirut’s main arteries, with some routes coming to a standstill.
While some residents drove north and east toward other cities, others, unable to find shelter, moved to open areas and parks. Some individuals reportedly walked for hours to distance themselves from Dahiya.
Later in the day, the Israeli military carried out airstrikes on the Dahiya region of southern Beirut, following its earlier evacuation warning and threat. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the Hureyk neighborhood of Dahiya was targeted.
Later that evening, Israel targeted a house in the village of Libbaya in the Bekaa Valley of eastern Lebanon with an airstrike. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, a father and his two sons were killed in the attack. Four people, including one child, were injured in the destroyed house.
Later, Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson Avichay Adraee, in a social media statement, called on residents of the villages of Durs, Brital and Macdelyun in the Bekaa region to immediately evacuate their areas. Adraee claimed that Hezbollah activities were present in these settlements and that the Israeli military would target this infrastructure. The statement also warned that proximity to Hezbollah elements or military facilities posed a risk to civilians.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated in his remarks on developments in Lebanon that Hezbollah must halt its attacks on Israel, while Israel must avoid launching a ground operation into Lebanon.
In a social media statement, Macron emphasized that all efforts must be made to prevent Lebanon from being dragged back into war. He recalled recent conversations with U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and announced that he had also spoken with senior Lebanese officials that day, adding that a plan was being developed to end military operations along the Lebanese border.
In his statement, Macron said: “Hezbollah must immediately cease firing on Israel. Israel must avoid any ground incursion or large-scale operation on Lebanese territory.”
Macron reported that Lebanese officials had pledged to take control of areas claimed by Hezbollah and assume responsibility for the country’s security. He announced that France would strengthen cooperation with the Lebanese Armed Forces, including providing armored personnel carriers and operational and logistical support to the Lebanese army.
Macron also announced humanitarian aid for displaced civilians in Lebanon, warned Iran against escalating the conflict, and urged Israel not to further heighten tensions.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez declared that Spain fully supports Lebanon, which is suffering from Israeli military attacks. In a phone call with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Sánchez discussed the situation in Beirut and other parts of Lebanon, affirming that the Lebanese people can count on Spain’s full support.
Sánchez also confirmed that humanitarian aid would be provided to displaced civilians and used the following words: “End the escalation. No more destruction. No to war.”
On the night of 8 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted an air strike on a hotel in Beirut, the capital of Lebanon. The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that four people were killed and ten were injured in the attack.
The hotel targeted by the Israeli military in Beirut, Lebanon, on 8 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir claimed that commanders of the Quds Force, a unit of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, were present in the targeted hotel. The Israeli military later stated in an official announcement that five Quds Force commanders were targeted in the strike. The following names were alleged to have been killed:
Israel asserted that these individuals coordinated activities and facilitated funding between Iran, Hezbollah and other armed groups.
On 8 March, the Israeli military conducted numerous air strikes on towns in southern and eastern Lebanon. In the village of Batir Sir, part of the Nabatieh governorate, an attack on a three-story building killed 19 people, most of them women and children, according to initial assessments.
In the town of Tuffahata, part of the Sidon district, eight people lost their lives, five of whom were from the same family. In the town of Jabal al-Batm, part of the Sur district, three people were killed and four injured. In the village of Kana, four people died, and in the village of Gaziyye, two were killed.
Damage in the industrial zone of the village of Gaziyye, part of the city of Sidon in southern Lebanon, following an Israeli air strike on a building, 8 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
In the village of Eytit, three people were killed. In the Eser neighborhood of the city of Sur, eight people lost their lives. In the village of Duwayr, six people from the same family were killed, and one person died in the village of Aytah Sab.
In two air strikes on the Tamir area near the Ayn al-Hilwa refugee camp, home to Palestinian refugees, one person was killed and ten injured. According to data from Lebanon’s official news agency NNA and the Ministry of Health, the death toll from night-time attacks targeting southern Lebanon and Beirut alone rose to 50.
In a statement by the Lebanese Minister of Health, it was reported that 394 people were killed in Israeli attacks between 2 March and 8 March 2026, including 83 children, and 1,130 others were injured.
Damage in the industrial zone of the village of Gaziyye, part of the city of Sidon in southern Lebanon, following an Israeli air strike on a building, 8 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
During the night of 8 March, it was reported that approximately 15 helicopters belonging to the Israeli military attempted to infiltrate the Nabi Shit region from Syria. Hezbollah stated that some of the helicopters dropped infantry units onto the Serghaya Plain and attempted to advance into Lebanese territory. Fighting was reported around Nabi Shit, Arsal and Ras Baalbek.
Hezbollah announced that it targeted Israeli units advancing toward Adise and Aytarun with artillery and rocket fire. The Israeli military spokesperson announced that two Israeli soldiers were killed in the fighting in southern Lebanon, one of whom was a senior sergeant.
Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee reiterated the order for the complete evacuation of the area south of the Litani River. Residents in the region were urged to move north of the river. An evacuation order was also issued for the villages of Arnun, Yahmur, Zavtar Sharqiyya and Zavtar Gharbiyya.
The Israeli military stated that since 2 March, 820 munitions had been used in attacks against Lebanon. It was also claimed that 200 Hezbollah members had been killed, 80 of whom belonged to the Ridwan Force.
Hezbollah announced that it had launched rocket attacks against the Misgav base and targeted the Haifa Naval Base with precision rockets. Israeli media reported that Hezbollah had shifted to guerrilla tactics based on small, mobile units.
Lebanese Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf al-Rajji stated at an Arab League meeting that Hezbollah had dragged Lebanon into a war unrelated to its interests. Rajji emphasized that neither the government nor the Lebanese people were responsible for these actions.
The Bahraini Ministry of Interior announced that fragments of a missile launched from Iran struck the Al-Muharraq area, injuring three people and causing damage to a university building and a water treatment facility.
In the early hours of 9 March, Lebanon’s official news agency NNA reported that Israeli forces attempted to deploy troops via helicopters into eastern Lebanon. Hezbollah announced that the Israeli military had attempted to infiltrate the village of Nabi Shit using 15 helicopters and that clashes were ongoing.
According to NNA, Israeli forces had also attempted an aerial troop deployment into Nabi Shit on 7 March, and Hezbollah declared that the attempt had been repelled following clashes. The Israeli military stated that its aerial insertion operations in Lebanon were aimed at locating the remains of Israeli pilot Ron Arad, who was shot down over Lebanon in 1986 and whose fate remains unknown. It was reported that 41 people were killed during the intense attacks and raids on Nabi Shit during the previous insertion.
Later in the day, Hezbollah announced that it had targeted Israeli forces advancing toward the border villages of Adise and Aytarun in southern Lebanon with artillery fire. The statement noted that at 00:45 local time, a unit of the Israeli military was detected advancing toward the Halle el-Mehafir area in Adise and was targeted by artillery fire for the second time. It was also reported that Israeli forces advancing toward Aytarun during the night were struck by artillery fire twice.
Hezbollah later stated that Israeli forces advancing toward Adise were targeted by rocket fire at 02:15 local time. The statement added that Hezbollah fighters engaged Israeli troops with machine guns and rockets, forcing them to withdraw from the Halle el-Mehafir area.
Israeli military attacks on the Dahieh district of Beirut, 9 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
In the early morning hours of 9 March 2026, explosions and sounds of warplanes were heard in Lebanon’s capital Beirut. It was reported that Israel’s aerial campaign against Lebanon, which began on 2 March 2026, was continuing. The Israeli military announced that it had conducted aerial strikes on Beirut’s Dahieh district. After intense explosions, plumes of smoke rose from the area. The Israeli military claimed the strikes targeted Hezbollah’s infrastructure.
During the afternoon, it was reported that the Israeli military continued its attacks on Dahieh. Israeli aircraft carried out four aerial strikes within one hour. According to Lebanon’s official agency NNA, some of the strikes targeted buildings housing branches of Karz-ı Hasen, Hezbollah’s financial institution. The Israeli military announced that it would target Karz-ı Hasen branches across Lebanon throughout the day.
Later in the day, it was reported that at least ten aerial strikes had been carried out on Dahieh since the morning of 9 March. During the same period, Hezbollah announced that it had launched rocket attacks against northern Israel in retaliation for the attacks in Lebanon. These attacks on Dahieh resulted in one death and 12 injuries.
Throughout the day, it was reported that Israeli unmanned aerial vehicles were flying at low altitudes over Beirut’s skies.
Israeli military attacks on the Dahieh district of Beirut, 9 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
On 9 March, the Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that Israeli military airstrikes on the villages of Tayr Deba and Coya, located near the town of Sur, had killed 16 people and injured 40 others. According to the statement, nine people were killed and 17 injured in Tayr Deba. In the attack on Coya, seven people were killed and 23 injured.
At midday on 9 March, the Israeli military conducted airstrikes on the villages of Nimeyriyye and Şevkin, located in the Nabatieh governorate. The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that in the attack on Nimeyriyye, seven people were killed and two injured. In the attack on Şevkin, one person was killed. Thus, a total of eight people were killed and two injured across the two villages. Additionally, Israel targeted the villages of Haris, Bezuriyye, Hamul, Tibnin, and Şokin in the south, as well as the area around the town of Hermel and the village of Yonin in the east.
In the evening hours, it was reported that Father Pierre er-Rai, the Maronite priest of Kalia village in the Nabatieh governorate, died from injuries sustained in an artillery strike on a house.
Lebanon’s official agency NNA reported that a house in the Kalia village of the Merciyyun region was hit by two consecutive artillery strikes from an Israeli tank. The first strike wounded the homeowner, Clovis Boutros, and his wife; the second strike wounded Father Pierre er-Rai, who was taken to a hospital by Red Cross teams. Later information confirmed that Father er-Rai died from his injuries.
An official statement was issued by the Vatican. Pope Francis XIV was reported to have learned with deep sorrow of the death of a priest in the artillery attack in southern Lebanon and to be closely following the developments with concern.
In a statement from the Vatican Press Office, it was stated that the Pope expressed “deep sorrow for all victims of the recent bombings in the Middle East, including innocent civilians and those aiding them, such as the Maronite priest Pierre El-Rahi killed in Kalia this afternoon.”
Vatican State Secretary Cardinal Pietro Parolin, speaking in Rome, said: “Unfortunately, the Church is also a victim of this situation. We are not immune to the suffering of the people.” Parolin described the developments in the Middle East as a “great tragedy” and affirmed that the Vatican would continue its diplomatic efforts.
On 9 March, Hezbollah announced that in response to Israel’s numerous attacks on towns and villages in Lebanon and on Beirut’s southern suburb of Dahieh, it had struck two Israeli military targets with missiles. In its written statement, Hezbollah stated that at 17:00 local time, an attack was launched against an Israeli military target. The statement specified that a satellite communications station belonging to Israel’s cyber defense and communications unit in the Vadi Ela region of central Israel was targeted with “precision missiles”. The facility was noted to be approximately 160 kilometers from the Lebanese border.
Hezbollah also announced that at 17:00 local time, it had targeted the Remle Base (headquarters of Israel’s Home Front Command), located southeast of Tel Aviv and approximately 135 kilometers from the Lebanese border, using advanced missiles.
The statement emphasized that these attacks were carried out in response to Israel’s attacks on dozens of cities and villages in Lebanon and on Beirut’s southern suburb of Dahieh.
On 9 March, Human Rights Watch (HRW) reported that the Israeli military had used white phosphorus munitions in populated areas of Lebanon. In its written statement, HRW stated that on 3 March 2026, white phosphorus munitions were used in artillery strikes against homes in the village of Yuhmur es-Shakif in southern Lebanon, constituting an unlawful attack.
The statement confirmed the authenticity of seven photographs related to the attack and verified their geographic locations. The photographs showed white phosphorus munitions exploding over a populated area, with civilian defense teams fighting fires in two homes and one vehicle.
HRW’s researcher in Lebanon, Remzi Kays, stated that the use of white phosphorus in populated areas was extremely alarming. Kays noted that white phosphorus munitions can cause fatalities or severe, lifelong injuries.
Under intense Israeli attacks, Lebanon’s parliament voted to extend the term of its members by two years.
According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the vote resulted in:
As a result, the parliamentary elections scheduled for May 2026 have been postponed until 2028.
In the early morning hours of 9 March, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated that he was ready to restart negotiations to halt Israel’s attacks on Lebanon. According to a statement from the Lebanese Presidency, Aoun made these remarks during a meeting with the ambassadors of Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. Aoun stated that Israel’s attacks on Lebanon’s south and the Bekaa region in the east, including on the Dahieh district of Beirut, would not achieve their objectives.
President Aoun announced that Lebanon had conveyed to several major countries and the United Nations (UN) that it was ready to restart negotiations addressing the necessary security issues to stop Israel’s attacks.
Later in the day, President Aoun called for direct negotiations with Israel within the framework of a full and comprehensive ceasefire to halt all Israeli attacks on Lebanon. Aoun spoke in a virtual meeting attended by European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun speaks during a virtual meeting with European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on the situation in Lebanon, 9 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
President Aoun stated that the current situation in Lebanon stemmed from “an armed group operating outside state control” and described rockets fired from Lebanese territory as a “trap” designed to provoke Israel’s disproportionate response.
Aoun noted the worsening humanitarian situation in Lebanon, stating that more than 600,000 people had been displaced, with some left homeless and without basic necessities on the streets. The President stated that Lebanon was being “squeezed between a hostile party that disregards the rule of law and an armed non-state group that ignores Lebanon’s interests and the lives of its people.”
Aoun stated that the six rockets fired from Lebanese territory toward Israel on 2 March 2026 were intended to provoke Israel into entering Lebanon and occupying certain areas. He said: “The current situation has placed Lebanon in a dilemma: either directly confront Israel’s aggression without any legal or humanitarian constraints, turning Lebanon into another Gaza, or withdraw from the conflict and allow the same armed group to launch a populist campaign under the pretext that the state has failed to protect its people.”
Addressing Hezbollah, Aoun said: “Whoever launches these missiles, in the name of Iran’s agenda, has sought to destroy the Lebanese state under attacks and chaos, at the cost of the destruction of dozens of our villages and the deaths of tens of thousands of our people.”
Appealing to the international community, Aoun called for support for an initiative based on a comprehensive ceasefire and the cessation of all Israeli land, air, and sea attacks on Lebanon. He also called for logistical support for the Lebanese Armed Forces, stating that this would help bring contested areas under control and contribute to Hezbollah’s disarmament.
Aoun stated that direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, under international guarantors, must be launched to reach a comprehensive ceasefire.
Lebanon’s National Committee for Disaster Risk Management reported that, since 2 March 2026, the official number of forcibly displaced persons had reached 667,831. The report noted ongoing applications to shelters and recorded that 667,831 individuals had applied to shelters. It was also reported that approximately 120,000 people had been accommodated in the 567 shelters opened.
Although the Lebanese government has recorded the number of displaced persons, it was noted that many others who left their homes and sought refuge in other areas have not been officially registered, suggesting the total number may be higher.
On 9 March, Israeli media reported that the Lebanese government had offered direct negotiations with Israel through the United States. According to a report by Israeli television channel Channel 12, citing five unnamed sources, the Beirut administration had proposed direct negotiations via the United States to end Israel’s attacks. The report stated that the offer aimed to halt Israeli attacks and lay the groundwork for a potential peace agreement between the two countries.
Sources speaking to Channel 12 claimed that both Israel and the United States had responded to Lebanon’s offer with “distance and skepticism”.
The report stated that last week, the Lebanese government had offered the United States, through its ambassador to Ankara and special envoy to Syria, Tom Barrack, a mediation proposal for an agreement that would fully end Israeli attacks.
According to sources, Tom Barrack’s response was: “If you want our help against Israel, stop the nonsense. If there is no real step taken on Hezbollah’s weapons, this has no meaning.”
The report also claimed that the Israeli government was aware of Lebanon’s offer but considered it “too late”, as Tel Aviv was focused on eliminating Hezbollah entirely. It was stated that Lebanon’s proposal included talks between ministers in the Greek Cypriot administration in southern Cyprus.
On 9 March 2026, the European Union (EU) issued a statement addressing developments in Lebanon. The EU called on all parties in Lebanon to exercise restraint and demanded that Hezbollah immediately lay down its arms and cease all attacks against Israel.
The EU also called on Israel to end its ground operations violating Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
EU Foreign Relations Spokesperson Anouar Al Anouni, speaking at a daily press briefing, described the situation on the ground in Lebanon as “highly alarming and deeply concerning”. Al Anouni emphasized the need to initiate bilateral dialogue between Israel and Lebanon.
Al Anouni said: “We call on Hezbollah to immediately lay down its arms and cease all attacks against Israel. We also call on Israel to halt its ground operations violating Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
The EU also urged all parties to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure and to avoid actions that could lead to further displacement of the Lebanese population. The statement affirmed that the EU would continue to support diplomatic initiatives.
On the same day, France called for an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) regarding developments in Lebanon. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, in a social media statement, said: “In the face of the rapidly deteriorating situation in Lebanon, France has called for an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council.”
Barrot announced that France had sent a 6 million euro emergency aid package to Lebanon, where Israeli attacks have forced civilians to flee their homes. He also stated that preparations were underway for a 20-ton humanitarian aid shipment. The French Foreign Minister said France remained in contact with Lebanese and Israeli officials “to prevent Lebanon from being plunged into chaos, ensure a ceasefire, and support the process of Hezbollah’s disarmament.”
Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara stated that Syria supports Lebanese President Joseph Aoun’s efforts to disarm Hezbollah. According to Syria’s official news agency SANA, Shara participated in a virtual meeting of Middle Eastern leaders convened by the Council of Europe and the European Commission to address regional developments.
Shara, affirming support for the steps taken by the governments of Iraq and Lebanon to keep their countries out of conflict, said: “We support Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in disarming Hezbollah.” The President stated that the current escalation in the region posed a “existential threat to the entire region”, particularly highlighting the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure as threats to global economic stability.
Shara noted that Syria, located at the intersection of three conflict fronts, is directly and seriously affected by these developments. He affirmed that Syria’s stance of “condemning all attacks against Arab sovereignty” remains unchanged and strongly denounced Iran’s attempts to create instability in Arab capitals and its interventions targeting Arab national security.
Shara stated that Syria’s stability is a fundamental element for the stability of the Levant and the broader Middle East and emphasized that Syria is coordinating with regional states to develop a common stance. He also stated that defensive forces along Syria’s borders have been strengthened to prevent the spillover of the conflict into Syrian territory and that efforts are underway to prevent armed groups from using Syrian territory.
European Union (EU) High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy Kaja Kallas issued a statement regarding Israel’s attacks on Lebanon. The European External Action Service (EEAS) released a statement including Kallas’s assessment of Israel’s attacks since 2 March 2026.
Kallas stated that Israel’s attacks have caused mass displacement in Lebanon and that the fragile situation is becoming increasingly unstable. She said: “Israel must end its operations in Lebanon. Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected.” Kallas warned that Lebanon risks becoming a new front in the conflict with Iran and stated that Hezbollah’s decision to attack Israel has put the entire region at risk.
While affirming Israel’s right to self-defense under international law, Kallas said: “All parties involved in the conflict become legitimate targets. Hezbollah must disarm and end all actions against Israel.”
Kallas emphasized that Israel’s response has been “extremely harsh” and that its attacks have caused mass displacement in Lebanon. She warned that Israel’s actions risk dragging Lebanon and its people into “a war that is not theirs”.
Kallas stated that re-establishing a ceasefire offers the best chance to prevent Lebanon from being plunged into chaos. She affirmed the EU’s support for the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) and stressed that the safety of UNIFIL forces must be guaranteed.
She also emphasized that preventing further loss of life, displacement, and regional escalation is an “urgent priority” and stressed that all parties must respect international law, including international humanitarian law, and protect civilians and civilian infrastructure. Kallas expressed solidarity with the Lebanese people and announced that the EU would use its emergency reserves to assist approximately 130,000 people affected by the conflict.
According to official figures released on 10 March, 28 people were killed and 80 injured in Israeli military attacks in Lebanon on 9 March. The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that in an Israeli airstrike on the village of Nimeyriyye in the Nabatieh district, seven people were killed and two injured.
In the attack on the nearby village of Şevkin, one person was killed and eight injured. It was reported that the area around the village of Nebatieh el-Fevka was targeted by Israeli artillery fire. NNA reported that in an Israeli drone strike targeting two motorcycles on the road between the villages of Beyt Yahun and Tibnin in the south, one Syrian national was killed and one injured. In a separate attack on the village of Et-Tiyre, two people were killed.
In the attacks on Tayr Deba and Coya villages, as previously reported, 16 people were killed and 40 injured. It was reported that a vehicle was struck near the village of Burc Rahhal near Sur. In the attack on the village of Şihabiye, many people were injured.
In the attack on the village of Kevseriyet er-Riz in the Sidon region, 15 Syrian workers were injured. The village of Yonin in the Bekaa Valley was hit by an airstrike. In northern Lebanon’s Akkar region, an unmanned aerial vehicle was reported to have crashed in an open area near the village of el-Bire.
According to eyewitness accounts, one person was killed and 12 injured in Israeli aerial strikes on the Dahieh district of southern Beirut. In the wave of strikes following Israel’s warnings targeting Hezbollah’s financial infrastructure, the following locations were hit: Sefir, Hare Hureyk, Ayn es-Sekke, Burc el-Beracine, el-Mureyice, and the Karz-ı Hasen branches along the Airport Road. It was also reported that significant damage occurred in buildings along the Hadi Nasrullah Highway and in the American Quarter.
The Lebanese Red Cross reported that two medical personnel responding to casualties in the village of Mecdel Zun in the south were injured in an Israeli bombardment. The statement noted that medical teams, coordinating with UNIFIL, were hit during a second strike while attempting to reach the wounded, and the two injured personnel were transported to Cebel Amil Hospital in Sur. The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that, from 2 March to 10 March 2026, Israeli attacks had killed 486 people, mostly women and children, and injured 1,313.
In the early hours of 10 March, according to information attributed to the Syrian official news agency SANA, Hezbollah launched an artillery attack on Syrian military positions around the village of Serghaya, located southwest of the capital Damascus, from Lebanese territory.
Israel is conducting air strikes on the Dahieh district of Beirut, Lebanon, 10 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
The Syrian Armed Forces Operations Command, providing information to SANA, stated that the attack originated from across the Lebanon border and targeted Syrian military outposts near Serghaya. It was also noted that Hezbollah had deployed additional units to the border area, while the Syrian military had entered an assessment phase to evaluate the situation.
Following the attack, the Syrian military contacted the Lebanese Armed Forces and emphasized that it would take necessary steps against any further attacks on Syrian territory.
In the early hours of 10 March, the Israeli military conducted intense air strikes on the village of El-Ensariye in southern Lebanon, an area previously subject to evacuation orders. On the same day, Israeli forces carried out artillery fire targeting the Bint Jubayl district and the village of Aynata. Israeli authorities claimed that rockets had been launched from El-Ensariye by Hezbollah and defended the strikes as targeting command centers and attack infrastructure throughout the night.
Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Avichay Adraee, in a statement issued in the morning of 10 March, reiterated the evacuation order for residents south of the Litani River and announced that the Israeli military would carry out intense attacks in the region. Residents were urged to leave their homes and move north of the Litani River, with authorities warning that those near Hezbollah facilities were at grave risk.
Throughout the day, the Israeli military continued attacks on various villages in the south. In an air strike on the village of Deyr Antar, part of the Nabatieh governorate, four medical personnel were injured. It was reported that the villages of Kefer Coz, Bireiki, Deyr Suryan, Tayba, Beit Lif, Sarifa, Keffur, Yatir and Berashit were also targeted by air strikes. Residents of the village of Ilma Shab were reported to have begun evacuating their homes under the escort of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon UNIFIL.
Israel is conducting air strikes on the Dahieh district of Beirut, Lebanon, 10 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
In an unmanned aerial vehicle strike on a vehicle in the village of Kileyle, part of the city of Sour, two people were killed. Later in the day, it was reported that one additional person died in attacks in the Nabatieh governorate. Israeli aircraft were reported to have conducted strikes on the villages of Cabsit, Hinnaviyye, Harayip, Tayr Diba, Bazuriyye, Coya and Duveyr. Additionally, two motorcycles in the villages of Avzai and Kana were targeted.
By the end of the day, it was reported that the mayor of Coya, Fevzi Fevvaz, and municipal council member Abbas Baalbaki were killed in an air strike on the village of Coya, part of the city of Sour.
Following Israel’s announcement on 10 March 2026 of a new wave of attacks, explosions occurred in Dahieh, the southern district of Lebanon’s capital Beirut.
According to reports from the area, the Israeli military conducted an air strike on Dahieh, an area previously subject to evacuation warnings. After the strike, explosions were heard and smoke rose from the district.
Israel is conducting air strikes on the Dahieh district of Beirut, Lebanon, 10 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
The Lebanese official news agency NNA reported that the Israeli military targeted the Camus neighborhood in Dahieh. A later update on the same day stated that the Israeli military had carried out a total of four air strikes on Dahieh. Of these, two were directed at Camus, one at Burj al-Barajneh, and one at Leylek neighborhood.
On 10 March 2026, Karolina Lindholm Billing, Representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR in Lebanon, announced that approximately 700,000 people in Lebanon had been displaced in the past week due to Israeli attacks. In her assessment during a weekly press briefing at the UN Office in Geneva, Billing noted that the escalation had surpassed one week following Israel’s issuance of evacuation warnings for over 53 villages and densely populated areas and its intensification of air strikes.
Billing stated that more than 667,000 people had registered on the government’s online displacement platform, with numbers expected to rise further. Approximately 120,000 people were reported to be staying in government-designated collective shelters. Additionally, it was reported that since the start of the clashes, more than 78,000 Syrians and over 7,700 Lebanese had entered Türkiye.
Billing called for the protection of civilians and unhindered access to humanitarian aid.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the number of fatalities resulting from Israeli attacks since 2 March had increased by 84 to reach 570, while the number of injured had risen to 1,444. The announcement was made through the Lebanese National Committee for Disaster Risk Management.
The ministry reported that since 2 March, 759,300 people had applied to shelters. Approximately 122,000 people have been accommodated in the 580 shelters opened.
The Islamic Health Organization, under the Lebanese Civil Defense General Directorate, reported that 15 medical personnel had been killed and more than 30 injured in Israeli attacks since they began on 2 March.
In a written statement, the organization stated that medical centers, ambulances, and medical teams had been targeted. Most recently, a first aid point near the village of Hinnaviyye in the south was struck, resulting in the death of one medical worker and injuries to two others. The statement emphasized that these attacks constituted violations of international agreements and called for the protection of medical and humanitarian personnel.
On 10 March 2026, Hezbollah Parliamentary Bloc Leader Muhammad Raad delivered a speech on the Hezbollah-affiliated Al-Manar television, offering an assessment of the current situation in Lebanon and the ongoing conflict with Israel. Raad stated that “Lebanon is faced with a choice between war and surrendering to the humiliating conditions imposed by Israel”.
Addressing the current situation in Lebanon, Raad said, “Lebanon today is not choosing between war and peace, as claimed. Rather, it is choosing between war and surrendering to the humiliating conditions that the enemy Israel seeks to impose on its government.” He argued that resistance to Israel is “the only way to preserve dignity” and that Hezbollah had remained bound to the ceasefire process, adding: “For one year and five months, resistance has remained fully committed to the ceasefire. But the occupiers have not respected the agreement for a single day. They have exploited resistance’s restraint to carry out killings, betrayal, and destruction. The Lebanese government has failed to act against the enemy’s violations and has not used the international friendships it claims to possess to pressure Israel.”
Regarding the assassination of Iran’s leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Raad stated: “The missiles launched by the resistance in response to the targeting of Khamenei were a message that the patience of the Lebanese resistance fighters and people has been exhausted by the enemy’s audacity and extremism.”
In an evening statement on 10 March, Hezbollah reported that clashes were ongoing between Hezbollah forces and Israeli troops near the town of Hiyyam and south of the village of Aytarun in southern Lebanon. The statement claimed that Hezbollah forces had directly hit an Israeli Merkava tank.
The targeted tank was said to have been lured into a “hiding position” while Israeli forces attempted to evacuate the dead from the battlefield. The tank was identified as the third to be hit in the clash and “caught fire like the previous ones”. It was also stated that Israeli personnel attempting to recover damaged tanks were targeted with appropriate weapons.
Hezbollah also announced that a unit attempting to infiltrate the Lebanese border village of Hula had been targeted by missiles and that an Israeli artillery position near the Abbad area had been struck.
In the early hours of 10 March, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar met with United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert in Tel Aviv and stated that regional developments were discussed. In a social media post, Saar claimed that “attacks launched from Lebanese territory against Israel in the past week have exceeded those launched by Iran”.
Saar argued that Hezbollah had joined the war under Iranian pressure, contrary to Lebanon’s interests. He asserted that weakening Hezbollah’s military capacity was a “regional necessity” and emphasized that this was in the shared interest of both Israel and Lebanon.
On 10 March 2026, the Israeli military announced that it had carried out additional strikes targeting the Karz-i Hasen Institution, which it alleged is affiliated with Hezbollah across Lebanon. The military’s written statement indicated that Israeli warplanes had conducted operations throughout Lebanon.
The statement claimed that “the Karz-i Hasen Institution serves as Hezbollah’s financial institution, used to procure weapons and weapons production materials and to pay salaries”.
On the same day, the Israeli military announced that two rockets fired by Hezbollah from Lebanon could not be intercepted and had struck the towns of Beit Shemesh and Ramle near West Jerusalem, with warning sirens failing to activate. The military claimed the sirens’ failure was due to a “singular technical malfunction”.
The statement noted that Hezbollah had launched numerous rockets simultaneously and that attempts to intercept two of them had failed. The incident is under detailed investigation, and necessary adjustments have been made to prevent similar occurrences on the Lebanon front.
Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that it strongly condemned Israel’s ongoing military attacks on Lebanon. The statement was published on the X social media platform.
The statement read: “Pakistan strongly condemns Israel’s ongoing military attacks on Lebanon, which have resulted in the deaths of hundreds of civilians and the displacement of approximately half a million people.”
The statement asserted that Israel’s attacks violate international law, undermine Lebanon’s efforts to restore peace and stability, and have the potential to intensify the existing security and humanitarian crises in the region.
The statement emphasized that Israel’s indiscriminate targeting of civilians and its violation of Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity must end immediately, and called on the international community to act to halt Tel Aviv’s attacks.
The statement also demanded that Israel immediately, fully, and unconditionally withdraw from all occupied Lebanese territories, adding: “Pakistan stands in full solidarity with its brotherly Lebanese people against this aggression and will continue to support all efforts aimed at achieving lasting peace in Lebanon and the wider region.”
A telephone conversation took place between Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara. According to the Lebanese Presidency’s statement, the discussion addressed recent developments in the region and emphasized that the current sensitive conditions require increased coordination and consultation between the two countries.
Both sides highlighted the importance of bringing the borders under control and preventing any security violations originating from either side. The need to strengthen security coordination between the two countries was underscored.
On the same day, the Syrian military reported that Hezbollah had launched an artillery attack on Syrian military positions near the village of Serghaya, southwest of Damascus, from Lebanese territory.
Lebanese Foreign Minister Yusuf Ra’i announced that he had requested the Vatican to undertake diplomatic initiatives to protect the Christian population living in border villages in southern Lebanon. Ra’i held a telephone conversation with Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher.
Ra’i stated that during the conversation, he addressed the recent developments in Lebanon and particularly the dire situation facing border villages in the south. He requested the Vatican to engage in mediation and diplomatic outreach to safeguard the Christian presence in southern Lebanon.
Gallagher affirmed that the Vatican was conducting necessary diplomatic initiatives to halt the escalation in Lebanon and prevent the displacement of civilians. It was reported that the Vatican was closely monitoring developments and that Lebanon remained in the prayers of Pope Leo XIV.
A telephone conversation took place between Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. According to the Lebanese Presidency’s account on the X platform, the conversation addressed recent regional developments and Israel’s ongoing attacks on Lebanon.
Egyptian President Sisi expressed Egypt’s support for the Lebanese government, people, and armed forces. Sisi announced that Egypt had decided to send humanitarian aid to Lebanon to assist those forced to flee their homes due to Israeli attacks.
The two leaders assessed the regional impact of the ongoing attacks and exchanged views on the current situation.
In the early hours of 11 March, clashes were reported between Hezbollah elements and the Israeli military in southern Lebanon. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, a unit of the Israeli military attempted to advance toward the village of Aytarun on the border within the Nabatieh governorate, supported by intense artillery fire and medium-caliber weapons.
During the advance, direct combat erupted between Hezbollah fighters and Israeli soldiers in the area.
A building in the Aisha Bekkar neighborhood of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, targeted by an Israeli air strike on 11 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
During the same period, the Israeli military launched two new air strikes on the Dahieh district of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon. Intense explosion sounds were heard in the area following the attacks. The Israeli military claimed that the targets were Hezbollah infrastructure.
On the same day, it was reported that the Israeli military conducted an air strike targeting a specific apartment in a multi-story building in the Aisha Bekkar neighborhood of Beirut city center. Lebanon’s official agency NNA confirmed that the strike had targeted a particular unit. Images published on social media showed damage to the building and its surroundings.
A building in the Aisha Bekkar neighborhood of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, targeted by an Israeli air strike on 11 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
Hezbollah announced that it had carried out a total of 26 attacks against Israeli military targets from southern Lebanon using missiles, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and artillery fire. It stated that these attacks were conducted in response to Israeli air strikes targeting dozens of towns and villages in Lebanon, including the Dahieh district of Beirut.
According to the announcement, Hezbollah targeted eight Israeli military assembly points, two settlements, four military bases, six military positions and barracks, three artillery positions, and one military industrial company. It also stated that two field operations were conducted, resulting in a total of 26 attacks.
A building in the Aisha Bekkar neighborhood of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, targeted by an Israeli air strike on 11 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
It was reported that locations where Israeli soldiers were gathered in the town of Hiyam and the eastern side of the Hiyam Prison were targeted by rocket fire. A location in the rural area near the village of Adise on the Lebanon-Palestine border, where Israeli vehicles and soldiers were present, along with the new position in the village of Merkaba, the Kahil Hill east of Marun al-Ras village, and the Hanuk area of Aytarun village, were struck by artillery fire.
Hezbollah also announced that it had targeted the settlements of Metula and Misgav Am east of Haifa, the Tzipori military base, the Shamshon base west of the Sea of Galilee, the Giv’a base, and the Tel Hashomer base south of Tel Aviv.
In addition, it was stated that the new position established on Hamamis Hill south of Hiyam, the Abbad position and its surroundings, the new position near Aytarun village, the Malkiye position, the Mishmar HaCarmel missile defense facility, and the Yiftah barracks were also targeted. A battery of artillery near the Abbad position, an artillery position in the settlement of Sasa, a battery near the Merc position, and the Yodfat military industrial company were also included in the attacks.
In the early morning hours of the same day, Hezbollah announced that it had carried out six additional attacks against Israeli military targets from southern Lebanon. The statement noted that the total number of attacks against Israel since 2 March 2026 had reached 150. The clashes with Israeli troops advancing toward the village of Aytarun in the Nabatieh governorate were recalled, with the statement asserting that Israeli forces in the area had been targeted by rockets. It was also reported that Israeli troops in the Merkaba region had been struck by rocket fire and that an attack had been launched against the al-Marac point in northern Israel.
On 11 March 2026, the Israeli military’s air strikes across various regions of Lebanon resulted in at least 17 deaths and numerous injuries, according to official reports.
According to Lebanon’s official agency NNA, Israeli aircraft conducted intense air strikes on the village of El-Ensariye in southern Lebanon. An Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle targeted a café in the Hos area southeast of the city of Sur, resulting in injuries. The Ministry of Health confirmed that one person was killed when a motorcycle was struck by a UAV in the Avzai region south of Beirut.
On the same day, it was reported that two people were killed in the attack on the village of Eastern Zavtar, four in the village of Kilawiyye in the Nabatieh governorate, and three in the village of Hinnaviyye under the jurisdiction of Sur. Israeli aircraft were also recorded as targeting the villages of Hiyam, Tayba, and Rab Salasin.
In a separate wave of attacks during the night, five people were killed and five injured in the village of Kana in Sur. One person was killed and eight injured in the Hos area, while one person died and two were injured in the village of Zelaya in eastern Lebanon. The Ministry of Health also reported that four people were injured in an air strike on the village of Tebnin in the Nabatieh governorate.
In the early hours of 11 March, it was reported that fighting broke out between Hezbollah elements and the Israeli military in southern Lebanon. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, an Israeli military unit attempted to advance toward the village of Aytarun on the border with the Nabatieh governorate, under intense artillery and medium-caliber fire support.
During the advance, direct combat occurred between Hezbollah fighters and Israeli soldiers in the area.
A building in the Aisha Bekkar neighborhood of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, targeted by an Israeli air strike on 11 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansy)
On the same day, it was reported that the Israeli military targeted an apartment in a multi-story building in the Aisha Bekkar neighborhood of Beirut’s city center with an air strike. Lebanon’s official agency NNA confirmed that the strike focused on a specific apartment. Videos published on social media showed damage to the building and its surroundings. The Ministry of Health announced that four people were injured in the attack.
A building in the Aisha Bekkar neighborhood of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, targeted by an Israeli air strike on 11 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansy)
Hezbollah announced that it carried out a total of 26 attacks against Israeli military targets from southern Lebanon using missiles, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and artillery fire. It was stated that these attacks were carried out in response to Israeli air strikes targeting dozens of towns and villages in Lebanon, including the Dahieh district of the capital Beirut.
According to the statement, Hezbollah targeted eight Israeli military assembly points, two settlements, four military bases, six military positions and barracks, three artillery positions, and one military industrial company. It was also stated that two field operations were conducted, resulting in a total of 26 attacks.
A building in the Aisha Bekkar neighborhood of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, targeted by an Israeli air strike on 11 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansy)
It was reported that Israeli troop assembly points in the town of Hiyam and the area east of the Hiyam Prison were targeted by rocket fire. The location of Israeli vehicles and soldiers in the rural area of the village of Adise near the Lebanon-Palestine border, the new position in Merkaba, the Kahil Hill east of the village of Marun al-Ras, and the Hanuk area in the village of Aytarun were struck by artillery fire.
Hezbollah also stated that it targeted the settlements of Metula and Misgav Am east of Haifa, the Tziporit military base, the Shamshon base west of the Sea of Galilee, the Giv’a base, and the Tel Hashomer base south of Tel Aviv.
It was also stated that the new position established on Hamamis Hill south of Hiyam, the Abbad position and its surroundings, the new position near Aytarun, the Malkiye position, the Mishmar HaCarmel missile defense facility, and the Yiftah barracks were targeted. A battery of artillery near the Abbad position, an artillery position in the settlement of Sasa, a battery near the Merc position, and the Yodfat military industrial company were also included in the attacks.
In the early morning hours of the same day, Hezbollah announced six additional attacks against Israeli military targets from southern Lebanon. The statement noted that the number of attacks against Israel since 2 March 2026 had reached 150. The clash with Israeli troops advancing toward the village of Aytarun in the Nabatieh governorate was recalled, and it was stated that Israeli forces in the area had been targeted by rockets. It was also reported that Israeli troops in the Merkaba area were hit by rocket fire and that an attack was carried out against the al-Marac point in northern Israel.
On 11 March 2026, Israeli air strikes targeting southern and eastern Lebanon and the capital Beirut continued throughout the day, with official reports indicating a gradual increase in casualties. From nightfall, the following areas were targeted: Sur, Bint Jbeil, Nabatieh, the Western Bekaa region, and the southern suburbs of Beirut. Numerous villages including Hanaviye, Shahbiye, Kana, Hos, and Tibnin were struck, and an apartment in the Aisha Bekkar neighborhood of Beirut was targeted again. Initial reports stated that the death toll had risen to 30 and the number of injured to 31.
Israel’s air strikes on the Dahieh district of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, 11 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansy)
Initial updates reported that six people were killed in Shahbiye, five in Kana, three each in Hanaviye and Sharkiyye, and one each in Zelaya, Hos, and Kefertibnit. A total of 26 people were injured in Zelaya, Hos, Kana, Shahbiye, and Tibnin. In the morning, an air strike on a building in the village of Temnin, part of the Baalbek region in eastern Lebanon where Syrians reside, killed 10 people and injured five.
Additionally, in the morning, a motorcycle in the village of Upper Nabatieh was targeted by a UAV; the villages of Tayri and Zebkin were hit by Israeli aircraft; and a vehicle in the Saf Ha area in the south was struck by a UAV. Later updates confirmed that two more people were killed in a UAV attack on the area between Habbush and Arabsalim, raising the total death toll to 35.
Later in the day, attacks continued. Israeli aircraft were reported to have targeted the center of Nabatieh, the Bint Jbeil district, and the villages of Beit Hanun, Coya, Harbis, Tul, Mari, Semmaiye, Deyr Antar, Konin, and Yatir. In the village of Haris, one person was injured when a UAV struck a motorcycle.
In the evening, Israeli warplanes conducted air strikes on numerous villages in southern and eastern Lebanon, killing 20 people. According to Lebanon’s official agency NNA, Israeli aircraft targeted the villages of Arzi, Zerariye, Tayba, Tebnin, and Mareke in the south and the village of Shaat in the Baalbek region in the east. Initial reports stated that eight people were killed in Tebnin, three in Shaat, and one in Mareke; 14 others were injured in Mareke.
Subsequent updates indicated that the strike zone had expanded to include the villages of North Burj, Deyr Antar, Zavtar, Zebkin, Shahbiyye, and Remali. Six people were killed in the air strike on North Burj and two in Deyr Antar. It was also recorded that the Israeli military conducted artillery fire on the border villages of Hiyam, Sadikin, Yatir, Marun Ras, Ayta Shab, Kantara, and Kefre.
Israel’s air strikes on the Dahieh district of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, 11 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansy)
In the evening of 11 March, it was reported that the Israeli military had conducted ground advances in certain areas of southern Lebanon. According to Lebanon’s official agency NNA, Israeli forces attempted ground advances in several southern regions. It was stated that the advance was intended as a “ground occupation”.
On 11 March 2026, Israeli air strikes targeting the Dahieh district of Beirut’s capital intensified throughout the day. At midday, it was reported that the Israeli military carried out three consecutive air strikes on the Dahieh district. After the strikes, explosions were heard and smoke rose from the area. Lebanon’s official agency NNA announced that the Hureyk neighborhood in Dahieh had been targeted. Israeli warplanes were reported to be flying at low altitude over Beirut.
In the evening, it was reported that the Israeli military carried out two new air strikes on Dahieh and had launched a large-scale wave of attacks. Channel 12, an Israeli television station, claimed that the warplanes had targeted high-rise buildings in Dahieh.
At night, it was reported that the attacks intensified and that a total of seven air strikes were carried out in two waves. Intense explosions were heard and dense smoke rose from the area. Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Avichay Adraee, in an emergency and serious warning post on his social media account, stated that Dahieh must be evacuated immediately and warned that the Israeli military would soon launch “a major force” attack on the area.
On the same day, the Israeli military issued a detailed statement regarding its attacks on Beirut. It stated that approximately 200 munitions launched from air and sea had struck approximately 70 targets in Beirut. The Israeli military acknowledged that approximately 50 high-rise buildings had been targeted and destroyed.
Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Adraee claimed that the strikes targeted Hezbollah infrastructure, weapons depots, central command headquarters, and the headquarters of the Revolutionary Guards’ Air Force in Beirut. He also claimed that Adnan al-Osman, Zaid Ali Juma, and five commanders affiliated with the Revolutionary Guards’ Quds Force had been killed.
On 11 March 2026, Hezbollah announced that it had carried out a series of attacks against Israeli soldiers along the border in southern Lebanon.
In its statement, Hezbollah reported that Israeli soldiers gathered south of the village of Hiyam were targeted for the second time by rocket fire in the morning. The statement indicated that the attack was a reprisal for Israeli strikes on various regions of Lebanon.
In another statement on the same day, Hezbollah announced that the Israeli position of Bilat along the border was targeted by artillery fire at 07:00 local time. The statement emphasized that the attack was a response to Israeli operations against Lebanon.
In the evening, it was reported that Hezbollah launched a broader attack against Israel. Hezbollah’s statement named the operation “Crushed Crop”. Israeli media reported that approximately 100 rockets were fired in this wave. Israeli officials stated that this was the most intense rocket attack launched by Hezbollah since the start of the conflict.
The rockets were reported to have been launched from various regions of Lebanon, particularly targeting the Haifa and Celil regions in northern Israel. Israel’s emergency medical service, Magen David Adom, reported that a man in his 50s and a 35-year-old woman sustained minor injuries. Videos on social media showed a fire breaking out in a house in the village of Buayne Nusaydat in northern Israel.
According to Israeli media reports, the Tel Aviv government sent a message to the Beirut administration in the evening through the United States and European countries. The report stated that the message included the phrase: “If Hezbollah is not restrained, we will attack national infrastructure. Responsibility lies with the Lebanese state.”
Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Avichay Adraee announced that Israel would respond to Hezbollah’s 100-rocket attack with a “two-for-one” retaliation and declared that more intense attacks against Lebanon would follow. It was also reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with senior military and political officials to assess the attacks against Hezbollah and Lebanon.
On 11 March 2026, the European Union (EU) and Jordan sent humanitarian aid to Lebanon to support families displaced by Israeli attacks. Lebanon’s Minister of Social Affairs Hanin al-Sayyid announced that the first aid aircraft under the “humanitarian air bridge” initiative, supported by the EU and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), had arrived in Lebanon.
Lebanon Minister of Social Affairs Hanin al-Sayyid, 11 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansy)
Sayyid stated that the aircraft carried 45 tons of emergency relief supplies, including essential goods and first aid equipment, which would be distributed to the most vulnerable populations through shelter centers.
Meanwhile, according to a statement from the Lebanese Prime Minister’s Office, Jordan also sent aid to support those displaced due to Israeli attacks and threats. The convoy of 25 trucks carrying humanitarian aid from Jordan was reported to have entered Lebanon via Syria. Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam spoke by phone with Jordanian Prime Minister Jafar Hassan to express gratitude for the assistance.
On 11 March 2026, Lebanese officials released new data on the humanitarian consequences of Israeli attacks that began on 2 March.
Lebanon’s Minister of Social Affairs Hanin al-Sayyid, following a meeting with President Joseph Aoun, announced in a press statement that the official number of forcibly displaced persons in the country had reached approximately 780,000. Sayyid stated that approximately 120,000 of these individuals were residing in shelter centers.
The statement noted that challenges in responding to the displacement crisis and the humanitarian aid reaching Lebanon were being assessed. Sayyid recorded that an aid aircraft from the European Union had arrived in the country and that relief materials would be distributed to those staying in shelters. Additional aid was expected from Jordan, France, and other countries. It was stated that President Aoun was in contact with various world leaders to secure further support for the country.
On the same day, the Lebanese Ministry of Health released updated casualty figures regarding Israeli attacks since 2 March. According to the figures, the number of fatalities had increased by 64 to 634, and the number of injured had risen to 1,586.
In a written statement by the Lebanese National Committee for Disaster Risk Management, it was reported that since 2 March, 816,700 people had applied to shelter centers, and approximately 125,800 people had been accommodated in the 580 shelters opened.
On 11 March 2026, Israel’s Chief of General Staff Eyal Zamir decided to reinforce the Northern Command area, where Hezbollah’s attacks had intensified. According to an Israeli military statement, Zamir conducted a situational assessment with Israeli commanders. As a result, he ordered the strengthening of the Northern Command area and the redeployment of the Golani Brigade from the south to the north. The statement also indicated that further decisions on additional reinforcements would be made based on ongoing analysis and that attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon would continue.
Funeral of Maronite priest Father Pierre er-Rai, 11 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansy)
On 11 March, an official and religious funeral was held in the village of Kalia in southern Lebanon for Maronite priest Pierre er-Rai, who was killed in an Israeli attack on 9 March. When his body was brought to the Mar Circis Square in the village, it was met by the public. The funeral was attended by Lebanon’s Chief of Staff Rudolf Heykel, the Vatican’s Ambassador to Beirut Paolo Borgia, numerous metropolitans, and religious officials. A condolence message from the Maronite Patriarchate was read, highlighting er-Rai’s active role in social work and humanitarian aid efforts.
Funeral of Maronite priest Father Pierre er-Rai, 11 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansy)
On 11 March, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported that the conflict, which began with Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran and subsequently spread across the region, was placing severe pressure on health systems in the Middle East. In a written statement, WHO noted that more than 10 days had passed since the recent escalation of conflict in the region. The statement stated: “Health systems in the region are under pressure as injuries and displacements increase, attacks on health services continue, and public health risks rise.”
Based on data from Iranian national health authorities, WHO reported “more than 1,300 deaths and 9,000 injuries”. In Lebanon, it was reported that there were “at least 570 deaths and over 1,400 injuries”. Israeli authorities reported “15 deaths and 2,142 injuries”.
The statement emphasized that the conflict was directly affecting life-saving services. Since 28 February in Iran, there have been 18 attacks on health services, resulting in the deaths of eight health workers. During the same period in Lebanon, 16 people were killed and 29 injured in 25 attacks on health services.
The WHO statement included the following assessment: “These attacks not only cause loss of life but also deprive communities of care at their most critical moments. Health workers, patients, and health facilities must always be protected under international humanitarian law. Conflict creates broader public health risks beyond its direct impact.”
The statement also noted that in Iran, more than 100,000 people had been displaced within the country for security reasons, while in Lebanon, the number was approximately 700,000. It was stated that displaced persons were living in unhealthy conditions, increasing the risk of infectious diseases.
WHO announced that following Israeli evacuation orders in Lebanon, 49 primary health centers and five hospitals had been closed. The statement emphasized that access to essential health services had decreased despite rising medical needs and called on all parties: “To protect civilians and health services, ensure unimpeded and sustainable humanitarian access, and work to reduce conflict so that communities can begin to heal and move toward peace.”
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) condemned the death of a Lebanese Red Cross worker in areas under Israeli attacks. In a written statement, IFRC said: “We are deeply saddened by the death of volunteer emergency responder Youssef Assaf of the Lebanese Red Cross, who died from injuries sustained while carrying out humanitarian aid duties. We condemn this.”
The statement noted that Youssef Assaf was among the Lebanese Red Cross ambulance volunteers assisting victims after an air strike on the Majdal Zoun neighborhood of the city of Sur in southern Lebanon on 9 March. Assaf was severely injured while helping evacuate the wounded and later died.
In its statement, IFRC said: “We extend our deepest condolences to Assaf’s family and loved ones, and to the Lebanese Red Cross, its volunteers, and personnel who have lost a dedicated colleague.” The statement noted that despite ongoing risks from attacks, the Lebanese Red Cross continued to provide vital humanitarian services to those affected by the attacks and those displaced from their homes.
On 11 March 2026, King Abdullah II of Jordan condemned Israeli attacks on Lebanon and affirmed his country’s solidarity with the Lebanese people. According to a statement from the Jordanian Royal Court, King Abdullah held a phone call with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, during which regional developments were discussed.
King Abdullah emphasized that Jordan stood with the Lebanese people and conveyed its support. The statement affirmed Jordan’s determination to provide all possible support to safeguard Lebanon’s security and stability.
On 11 March 2026, during a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) session titled “The Situation in the Middle East”, representatives from Russia and the United States made statements regarding developments in the region. Russia’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Anna Evstigneeva, held the United States and Israel responsible for the current situation in the Middle East. Evstigneeva noted that the consequences of the developments were felt across many Middle Eastern countries, stating: “Unfortunately, Lebanon is no exception. It has once again been subjected to large-scale attacks by Israel.”
The Russian diplomat accused Israel of repeatedly violating the 2024 agreements reached under U.S. and French mediation, particularly regarding the withdrawal of its forces south of the Blue Line and the cessation of arbitrary attacks on Lebanon. Evstigneeva emphasized that with hundreds of thousands of people forced to flee their homes in Lebanon, the country’s socioeconomic situation was leading to serious challenges in accessing basic needs.
Evstigneeva also referenced the killing of Iranian embassy staff in Beirut on 8 March and the attack on the Russian Consulate in Isfahan, stating: “We have once again emphasized that discriminatory attacks against civilian targets and diplomatic missions in Lebanon are unacceptable. This is unacceptable.”
The United States’ Permanent Representative to the UN, Michael Waltz, accused Hezbollah of defending Iran’s interests. Waltz condemned Hezbollah’s attacks on Israel, stating: “Hezbollah has once again clearly demonstrated that it does not represent or defend the Lebanese people. It is defending the interests of the Iranian regime.”
Waltz stated: “We recognize Israel’s legitimate security needs and its right to defend itself against Iran and Hezbollah.” He argued that Hezbollah was an obstacle to Lebanon becoming a peaceful and stable state. The U.S. representative welcomed the Lebanese Cabinet’s decision on 2 March to ban Hezbollah’s military and security activities and stated: “Now is the time for the Lebanese government to regain full control over its entire territory.” Waltz noted that the United States “fully supported” this process.
Lebanon’s Chief of Staff Rudolf Heykel stated that the state was determined to establish its authority across all Lebanese territory in accordance with the decision of the political authority.
Lebanon Chief of Staff Heykel, 11 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansy)
According to a statement from the Lebanese military, Heykel inspected the 7th Infantry Brigade Command in the Merjayoun district of southern Lebanon. It was reported that Heykel met with officers and soldiers to assess the situation south of the Litani River.
Heykel praised the resilience and sacrifice of soldiers facing Israeli attacks on various regions of Lebanon, stating that the army was the guarantee of Lebanon’s liberation and unity. In his remarks, Heykel said: “Smear campaigns will not prevent the military from carrying out its duties.” He added: “In accordance with the decision of the political authority, we are determined to establish the state’s authority across all national territory. We are committed to the highest national interests to preserve the unity of Lebanon and its children.” After the visit, Heykel traveled to the village of Kalia in the Merjayoun district to pay condolences to the family of Maronite priest Pierre er-Rai, who was killed in an Israeli attack on 9 March.
According to a report by Lebanon’s official news agency NNA an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) targeted a vehicle in the southern Lebanese city of Sur resulting in the death of one person.
In an attack on an apartment in the Ber Elyas area in central Bekaa one Lebanese Islamic Community official Yusuf ed-Dahuk was injured while his two sons were killed.
In an attack on a house in the village of Aba part of the Nabatieh governorate in southern Lebanon one woman was killed and her husband injured.
In an attack targeting a vehicle in the Cenah neighborhood of Dahieh south of the capital Beirut one person was killed.
An Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle attack on the southern Lebanese village of Sheba resulted in the deaths of two people.
According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA two people lost their lives in the attack. It was reported that a military observation post is located on one of the hills in Sheba under Israeli occupation restricting the movement of local residents.
The Israeli military announced that it targeted the Zerariyye Bridge over the Litani River in southern Lebanon.
In a statement from the Israeli military the bridge was described as a key transit point for Hezbollah members who use it to move from northern to southern Lebanon. The statement also threatened that further attacks would continue.
Lebanon’s official news agency NNA reported that Israeli warplanes struck the bridge in three aerial attacks. The report noted that the bridge is part of state infrastructure and was the first official facility targeted in Israeli strikes.
The Zerariyye Bridge is strategically significant as it connects the regions of Sur Bint Jubayl Nabatieh and Zahrani and it was reported that a Lebanese army checkpoint is located on the bridge.
The Israeli military reiterated its evacuation order and threat of attack against neighborhoods in the Dahieh area of southern Beirut.
Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee in a social media statement called on residents of the Hureyk Gubeyri Leylek Hades Burc el-Baracine and El-Gadr neighborhoods to evacuate and warned that renewed attacks would be carried out in these areas.
It was reported that the Israeli military has instructed all residents in southern Lebanon numerous towns in the eastern Bekaa region and southern Beirut to immediately abandon their homes warning that those who remain risk losing their lives. It was stated that approximately one million people have fled their homes in Lebanon due to attack threats.
The Israeli military carried out airstrikes on the southern Lebanese city of Sidon and the eastern town of Hirmil. According to NNA the Israeli military targeted the eastern suburbs of Sidon and ambulances were dispatched to the site after the attack.
Israeli aircraft also bombed the Bedine neighborhood in Hirmil and a house in the village of Mecedil which is part of the Sur municipality.
Hezbollah announced that in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon it launched strikes against Israeli military targets along the border and in northern Israel.
The statement indicated that Israeli soldiers stationed at the Merc position opposite the village of Merkeba in southern Lebanon were targeted twice with rocket fire.
Hezbollah also reported targeting Israeli soldiers near the town of Hiyam and units stationed in the Hamamis Hill and Halle el-Asafir areas with rockets. It was also stated that Israeli soldiers near the settlement of Kefr Giladi in northern Israel were targeted by rocket fire.
On 14 March 2026 the Israeli military launched air and artillery strikes on various regions of Lebanon. In the early hours of the day Lebanon’s official news agency NNA reported that Israeli artillery shells had struck the headquarters of the Nepalese battalion within the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon UNIFIL in the southern village of Mays al-Jabal. No further details were released and UNIFIL issued no statement.
Numerous Israeli military vehicles and tanks stationed along the Israel–Lebanon border 14 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
During the night a health facility in the village of Burç Kalavay attached to the town of Sur was targeted in an air strike. The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that according to initial assessments 12 health workers lost their lives in the attack. Simultaneous strikes continued across other parts of Lebanon. According to NNA’s morning report the death toll from nighttime attacks had risen to 23 including 12 health personnel.
In this context an air strike on an apartment in Hara Sayda killed four people. In an attack targeting the Rahibeler Mahallesi neighborhood in the province of Nebatiyye seven people were killed and many others injured. No injuries were reported in an air strike on a house in the town of Taybe.
In later hours Israeli warplanes targeted the Hardali Bridge over the Litani River. The attack rendered the road connecting the province of Nabatieh to Marjayoun impassable. The Israeli military had also targeted the Zerariyye Bridge over the Litani River the previous day.
An apartment unit in the Burç Hamud district of Beirut Lebanon targeted by the Israeli military 14 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
In the early morning hours a previously damaged building in the Burç Hammud district east of Beirut was struck again. The Lebanese Ministry of Health confirmed that one person was killed and four others injured in the attack.
In the afternoon the Dahiye district in southern Beirut came under aerial attack. Lebanon’s news agency NNA reported that the Hureyk neighborhood was targeted. After the strike explosion sounds were heard in various parts of the capital and smoke was seen rising from Dahiye.
In the evening the Israeli military launched air strikes on the Lebanese southern villages of Kalile Bulat Hiyam and Mivdon. The border villages of Hiyam Tayba Adisa Kantara Mivdon and Yahmar Shakif were targeted with artillery fire. In an air strike on a house in Mivdon four members of the same family were killed.
In the early hours of the day of the attacks Hezbollah’s Secretary General Naim Qassem released a video message stating that they were preparing for a prolonged conflict with Israel. In the video released on the occasion of “World Quds Day” Qassem declared that resistance was the only solution and that otherwise Lebanon would be erased.
Addressing the ongoing clashes with Israel Qassem said “We have prepared ourselves for prolonged conflicts and the enemy will encounter surprises. They will see our strength and their threats do not frighten us.”
“We are facing a threat to our existence” Qassem emphasized recalling that Israel had never respected the ceasefire agreed in November 2024. He noted that conditions had matured for confronting Israel after its attacks on Iran and stated that they had entered into conflict with Israel to defend their country and territory.
Qassem stated that diplomatic efforts to halt Israel’s violations against Lebanon had failed. He declared “The war we are waging is Lebanon’s war not anyone else’s and everyone must join this war.” He criticized the Lebanese government saying “The government has failed to protect its sovereignty or its citizens” and called on it not to make further concessions.
Qassem stressed that “the only solution is for Israel to completely halt its attacks and fully withdraw from Lebanese territory.”
In the morning hours of 14 March the Israeli military claimed that Hezbollah was using “ambulances” in Lebanon and threatened to target medical facilities and ambulances. Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee stated on his social media account that Hezbollah must cease using ambulances and medical facilities for military purposes.
In the final hours of the day the military threatened to target civilian trucks it alleged were transporting weapons along Lebanon’s coastal towns.
On 14 March 2026 Hezbollah announced it had launched numerous rocket missile and unmanned aerial vehicle UAV attacks against Israeli military targets along the border and in northern Israel in response to Israel’s strikes on Lebanon.
At 07.00 local time Hezbollah reported targeting Israeli soldiers stationed at the Bilat position along the southern border with rocket fire. The statement added that at 08.00 local time two Merkava tanks near the Cel el-Allam position were directly hit by rockets.
In later hours Hezbollah announced rocket attacks targeting northern Israel. According to its statements the 146th Division Headquarters in the Ga’aton region east of Nahariya was struck by rockets. The settlements of Goren and Admit were also reported hit by rocket fire.
Further updates expanded the scope of the attacks. Hezbollah announced it had targeted the northern Israeli settlements of Goren Admit Hanita Shilomi and Liman with rockets. It also stated that Israeli military vehicles and units in the Taybe region of southern Lebanon had been hit by artillery fire.
The statement also recorded that a center in Haifa Israel had been targeted by UAVs. Israeli forces stationed at the Akabet Rabb Selasin area along the Lebanon-Israel border were hit twice by rocket attacks. A rocket attack was carried out against Israeli soldiers stationed at El-Hazzan Hill and an Israeli tank in Taybe village was struck by a missile.
Hezbollah also reported launching multiple rockets against Israeli forces stationed at Hamamis Hill in the village of Hiyam and targeting Israeli soldiers stationed near the prison in the village. It was also reported that an Israeli military unit advancing toward Avida Hill in the village of Adisa along the Lebanon-Israel border had been targeted.
In the final hours of the day Hezbollah claimed it had shot down an Israeli helicopter in the Sharkiyye village of southern Lebanon. The statements were published through Hezbollah’s official channels and emphasized that the attacks were carried out in response to Israel’s operations against Lebanon.
On 14 March 2026 Lebanese authorities released updated humanitarian figures regarding Israel’s ongoing attacks since 2 March.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that 26 health workers have been killed and 51 injured in Israel’s attacks on Lebanon. The ministry also announced that since 2 March 2026 the number of deaths from the attacks had risen to 826 an increase of 53 and the number of injured had reached 2009.
A report issued by Lebanon’s Disaster Management Authority under the government provided data on the number of people displaced due to Israel’s occupation and attacks. According to the report 831882 people have sought shelter in reception centers since 2 March. Approximately 132419 people have been accommodated in 619 shelters. Official records indicate that the number of forcibly displaced people stands at 832000.
The same report stated that since 2 March Israel has launched 1928 attacks on Lebanon. The report also noted that there are individuals who have fled their homes and taken refuge in other areas but have not been officially registered.
Israeli military tanks stationed in southern regions of Lebanon 14 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that he had held telephone conversations with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri. Macron stated “Everything must be done to prevent Lebanon from being dragged into chaos” and called on Hezbollah to end its escalation.
Macron also declared “While thousands of people have fled bombardments Israel must abandon its large-scale offensive and end its mass attacks.” He offered to host both parties in Paris to facilitate talks between Israel and Lebanon and emphasized that a ceasefire and lasting solution must be achieved through direct negotiations.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for an end to the fighting during a press conference in Beirut during his visit to Lebanon.
United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres 14 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
Guterres said “The Lebanese people did not choose this war they were dragged into it.” He emphasized that there is no military solution stating “There is no military solution. The only solution is diplomacy dialogue and full implementation of UN Charter and Security Council resolutions.”
Guterres stressed that Israel must respect Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and that Hezbollah must respect the Lebanese government’s decision to consolidate all weapons under state control.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus in his statement on Israel’s attacks in Lebanon reported that 14 health workers had been killed in the past 24 hours. WHO confirmed that 12 health personnel were killed in the attack on the health center in Burç Kalavay.
Ghebreyesus stated “According to international humanitarian law health personnel and facilities must never be targeted or militarized.” He noted that 27 attacks on health services in Lebanon since 2 March have been verified resulting in 30 deaths and 35 injuries.
Hundreds of people protested in the Swedish capital Stockholm against Israel’s attacks on Palestine and Lebanon calling for an immediate ceasefire. Demonstrators marched toward the Swedish Parliament chanting slogans demanding an end to the violence in Gaza and Lebanon.
Lebanese Armed Forces Chief Rudolph Heykel met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and his delegation in Yerze north of Beirut. The meeting addressed the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 compliance with the ceasefire and the Lebanese Armed Forces’ plan to consolidate weapons under state control.
Also attending the meeting were UN Assistant Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert and UNIFIL Commander Diodato Abagnara.
On 15 March 2026 the Israeli military carried out aerial and artillery attacks targeting southern Lebanon. In the early hours of the day the Lebanese official agency NNA reported that the Israeli military bombed a house in the village of Kantara within the Marjayoun district of Nabatieh. It was reported that four members of the al-Saaghir family — a mother father and two children — lost their lives in the attack.
Lebanese civilians forced to abandon their homes due to Israeli attacks 14 March 2026 — (Anadolu Agency)
In the morning the Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that 14 people including four children were killed and eight others wounded in three separate aerial attacks conducted by Israel on the southern part of the country. According to the ministry seven people including four children were killed in an attack on the Rahibat neighborhood of Nabatieh. Two additional attacks targeting the areas of Haret Sayda near Saida and Katrani in the village of Cezzin resulted in a total of seven deaths. Four of those killed were in Haret Sayda and three in Katrani. Local media also reported that an apartment unit in the Shurahbil district of Saida was targeted but no further details on the consequences of the attack were provided.
From early morning onward the Israeli military continued aerial and artillery strikes against numerous villages in southern Lebanon. According to NNA Israeli warplanes targeted the villages of Cizzin Tulin Bilat Mecdel Silm and Tayba. Israeli artillery units fired on the villages of Suluki Valley Kabriha Debin Ayta Shab and Ramiye. In the same context the Israeli military reiterated its order for the evacuation of seven neighborhoods in the Dahiye district south of Beirut and issued threats of further attacks.
Later in the day the Israeli military’s aerial attack on the village of Sherhabil in Saida resulted in one death and three injuries. The Lebanese Ministry of Health confirmed the casualty figures.
On the same day the Lebanese official agency NNA reported that the Israeli military targeted a mosque in the village of Yamhur Shakif in the Nabatieh governorate with an aerial strike. The attack caused significant damage to the mosque.
On 15 March 2026 the Lebanese Ministry of Health released updated figures on the toll of Israeli attacks on Lebanon since 2 March 2026.
In a written statement the ministry reported that the number of people killed in Israeli attacks since 2 March had increased by 24 to reach 850 while the number of wounded had risen to 2105. Previous figures had reported 826 deaths and 2009 injuries.
The statement noted that among the deceased were 107 children 66 women and 32 healthcare workers. It was also stated that 58 healthcare workers had been wounded in the attacks.
On 15 March 2026 Hezbollah issued a statement on its Telegram account stating that Israeli forces had been targeted in various areas of southern Lebanon. It was reported that Hezbollah fighters engaged in direct combat with Israeli soldiers in the district of Hiyam near Nabatieh and that clashes were ongoing.
The statement also indicated that Israel was continuing its ground advance in southern Lebanon alongside its aerial attacks that extended to the capital Beirut. Frequent clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters in the region were reported.
Later in the day Hezbollah announced that it had targeted numerous Israeli positions. The group stated that a rocket attack was launched against an Israeli military unit in Avivim on the Lebanese border. It was also recorded that Israeli soldiers and military vehicles at three different locations in the village of Adise had been targeted.
Hezbollah announced that Israeli targets in northern Israel had also been struck including the Yuval settlement the air defense systems in Ma’alot-Tarshiha the city of Nehariye and the advanced air defense systems in Krayot. It was stated that the Palmachim Air Base located approximately 140 kilometers south of Tel Aviv and near the Lebanese border had been hit by a missile.
Additionally it was reported that Israeli troops positioned opposite the village of Meys al-Jabal had been targeted by artillery fire and that a Merkava tank belonging to the Israeli military in the village of Tayba had been struck by a guided missile.
On 15 March 2026 the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon UNIFIL reported that fire was opened at three separate locations against its peacekeeping forces in southern Lebanon. In its statement UNIFIL indicated that peacekeepers on patrol near the villages of Yatir Deyr Kifa and Kallaviye were likely targeted in three separate incidents by non-state armed groups.
The statement noted that in Yatir the attackers approached within approximately five meters of UNIFIL forces while in Deyr Kifa and Kallaviye fire was opened from distances of 100 to 200 meters. UNIFIL forces returned fire resulting in a brief exchange of gunfire after which peacekeeping operations resumed as planned. No UNIFIL personnel were injured in the incident.
UNIFIL’s statement emphasized that the presence of weapons outside state control in its area of operations constitutes a violation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 and stressed that targeting UN peacekeepers is unacceptable. All parties were reminded of their obligation under international law to ensure the safety of UN personnel and to protect civilians. It was also stated that any attack against UNIFIL could constitute a serious violation of international humanitarian law and Resolution 1701 and may amount to a war crime.
On 15 March 2026 Israeli media reported that Israel had informed U.S. authorities of a “significant shortfall” in its stockpile of interceptive missiles used in its air defense systems. According to the Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth citing U.S. sources the Tel Aviv administration had informed Washington of a “serious decline” in its missile reserves.
A U.S. official quoted in the report described the shortfall as “an expected situation” and noted that the United States had not experienced a similar depletion in its own defensive systems. The same official asserted that the United States “has everything it needs to protect its military bases and personnel in the region”. It was reported that Israel had communicated its “significant shortfall” in interceptive missiles to U.S. authorities and that Tel Aviv was seeking solutions to close this gap. Neither U.S. nor Israeli authorities issued an official statement regarding the report.
On the same day Israeli state television KAN reported that the Israeli military was preparing to call up 450000 reserve soldiers due to the possibility of expanding its ground offensive into Lebanon. The report stated that the military would formally request the government to mobilize 450000 reservists and that this request was expected to be submitted in the coming days.
However the report also noted that although 450000 reservists were mentioned the maximum number of reservists currently eligible for immediate call-up was 260000. This limit had been set by the government in January on the grounds of reducing the burden on Israeli forces deployed in combat zones.
On 15 March 2026 the Spanish government condemned the Israeli attack on a health center in Burq al-Qayy in southern Lebanon which killed 12 healthcare workers “in the strongest terms”. The Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that “Israel’s attacks on hospitals in Lebanon as in Gaza are a clear and unacceptable violation of international humanitarian law and must be investigated.”
The statement expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and wished a swift recovery to the injured. It also emphasized that “Hospitals can never be military targets” and reaffirmed Spain’s commitment to protecting healthcare personnel operating in conflict zones. The Spanish government also condemned the attack that caused a fire at the barracks of the Nepalese military contingent within UNIFIL and reiterated its commitment to implementing United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 and its support for UNIFIL.
On the same day Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares stated that “The dramatic situation in Lebanon is unacceptable.” Albares added that “The Lebanese people are victims of a war they did not start. Israel must stop its bombings and Hezbollah must stop launching rockets.” He reaffirmed Spain’s support for the Lebanese government emphasized the vital importance of Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and stated that the Lebanese Armed Forces must be guaranteed exclusive control over the use of force in the country.
On 15 March 2026 Pope Francis XIV in his statement on the conflict in the Middle East said “For two weeks the peoples of the Middle East have been subjected to the horrific violence of war.” He called on those responsible for the conflict to “cease the fire” and drew attention to the situation in Lebanon stating that “The situation in Lebanon is a major source of concern.” He stressed the need to reopen channels of dialogue. In his statement Pope Francis XIV also said “I appeal to those responsible for this conflict cease the fire and reopen the paths of dialogue.”
On the same day a senior Lebanese official provided an update on Lebanon’s planned negotiations with Israel. The official stated that “The negotiation team with Israel has not yet been finalized and the date and location of talks have not been determined.”
The statement clarified that claims regarding recognition of Israel or normalization of relations were not on the agenda at this stage and that such discussions were “still premature”. Current talks were said to focus primarily on achieving a ceasefire and initiating concrete steps on the ground.
The source also noted that Lebanese President Joseph Aoun had proposed a four-point initiative. The first phase of the process would involve declaring a ceasefire followed by the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanese territory and addressing security and military issues including Hezbollah’s arms.
The official indicated that the process could last “two to four months or longer” and that at its conclusion a political formula such as a mutual non-aggression pledge might be introduced. It was also noted that Lebanon’s negotiation team had not yet been finalized and that a representative for the Shia community had not yet been appointed. Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri had refused to approve the inclusion of a Shia member until a ceasefire was achieved.
On 15 March a telephone conversation took place between Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. According to a statement from the Lebanese Presidency the leaders assessed recent developments and the current situation in Lebanon under Israeli attacks.
Algerian President Tebboune reaffirmed Algeria’s support for Lebanon amid its difficult conditions and stated that Algeria would provide resources to alleviate the hardships faced by the Lebanese people due to the deteriorating security situation. Lebanese President Aoun thanked Algeria for its supportive stance.
On 14 March 2026, the Israeli military launched air and artillery strikes on various regions of Lebanon. In the early hours of the day, Lebanon’s official news agency NNA reported that Israeli artillery shells had struck the headquarters of the Nepalese battalion within the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in the southern village of Meys el-Cebel. No further details were released regarding the incident and UNIFIL did not issue any statement.
Numerous Israeli military vehicles and tanks stationed along the Israel-Lebanon border, 14 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
During the night, a health facility in the village of Burç Kalavay, part of the town of Sur, was targeted in an air strike. The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that, according to initial assessments, 12 health workers lost their lives in the attack. Simultaneous strikes continued across other parts of Lebanon. According to NNA’s morning report, the death toll from nighttime attacks rose to 23, including the 12 health personnel.
In this context, an air strike on an apartment in Hara Sayda killed four people. In an attack targeting the Rahibeler Mahallesi neighborhood in the Nebatiyye district, seven people were killed and many others were injured. No injuries were reported following an air strike on a house in the town of Taybe.
In later hours, Israeli warplanes targeted the Hardali Bridge over the Litani River. The attack rendered the road connecting the Nabatieh governorate to Mercayun impassable. The Israeli military had also targeted the Zerariyye Bridge over the Litani River the previous day.
An apartment unit in the Burç Hamud district of Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, targeted by the Israeli military, 14 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
In the early morning hours, a building previously struck in the Burç Hammud area east of Beirut was targeted again. The Lebanese Ministry of Health confirmed that one person was killed and four others were injured in the attack.
In the afternoon, the Dahiye district in southern Beirut came under aerial attack. Lebanon’s news agency NNA reported that the Hureyk neighborhood was specifically targeted. After the strike, explosion sounds were heard across various parts of the capital and smoke was seen rising from Dahiye.
In the evening, the Israeli military launched air strikes on the southern Lebanese villages of Kalile, Bulat, Hiyam and Mivdon. Artillery fire targeted villages near the border: Hiyam, Tayba, Adisa, Kantara, Mivdon and Yahmar Şakif. In Mivdon, an air strike on a house killed four members of the same family.
In the early hours of 14 March, Hezbollah’s Secretary General Naim Qassem, in a video message, declared that they were preparing for a prolonged conflict with Israel. In the video, released on the occasion of “World Quds Day,” Qassem stated that resistance was the only solution, warning that otherwise Lebanon would be erased.
Addressing the ongoing clashes with Israel, Qassem said: "We have prepared ourselves for prolonged conflicts and the enemy will encounter surprises. They will see our strength and their threats do not frighten us."
"We are facing a threat to our existence," Qassem stated, recalling that Israel has never complied with the ceasefire agreed in November 2024. He noted that conditions had matured for confronting Israel following its attacks on Iran and affirmed that Hezbollah had entered into conflict with Israel to defend its country and territory.
Qassem emphasized that diplomatic efforts to halt Israel’s violations against Lebanon had failed. He declared: "The war we have launched is Lebanon’s war, not for anyone else, and everyone must join this war." He criticized the Lebanese government, stating, "The government has failed to protect its sovereignty or its citizens," and called on it to offer no further concessions.
Qassem stressed that "the only solution requires Israel to completely halt its attacks and fully withdraw from Lebanese territory."
In the morning hours of 14 March, the Israeli military claimed that Hezbollah was using "ambulances" in Lebanon and threatened to target medical facilities and ambulances. Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee, in a social media statement, demanded an end to Hezbollah’s military use of ambulances and medical infrastructure.
In the final hours of the day, the military threatened to target civilian trucks allegedly transporting weapons in coastal villages in Lebanon.
On 14 March 2026, Hezbollah announced it had launched numerous rocket, missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) strikes against Israeli military targets along the border and in northern Israel in response to Israel’s attacks on Lebanon.
At 07:00 local time, Hezbollah reported targeting Israeli soldiers stationed at the Bılat position along the southern Lebanese border with rocket fire. The statement added that at 08:00 local time, two Merkava tanks near the Cel el-Allam position were directly hit by rockets.
Later in the day, Hezbollah announced rocket attacks targeting northern Israel. According to its statements, the 146th Division Headquarters in the Ga’aton area east of Nahariya was struck by rockets. Additionally, the settlements of Goren and Admit were also hit by rocket fire.
Further updates expanded the scope of the attacks. Hezbollah announced that it had targeted the northern Israeli settlements of Goren, Admit, Hanita, Şilomi and Liman with rockets. It also stated that Israeli military vehicles and units in the Taybe region of southern Lebanon had been hit by artillery fire.
The statements also recorded that a center in Haifa, Israel had been targeted by UAVs. Hezbollah reported that Israeli units stationed at the Akabet Rabb Selasin area along the Lebanon-Israel border had been struck twice by rockets, that a rocket attack had been launched against Israeli soldiers stationed at El-Hazzan Hill, and that an Israeli tank in Taybe village had been hit by a missile.
Hezbollah also announced that numerous rockets had been fired at Israeli units stationed at Hamamis Hill in Hiyam village, which had been targeted by Israel, and that Israeli soldiers stationed near the prison in Hiyam had been targeted. It also reported that an Israeli military unit advancing toward Avida Hill in the Adise village along the Lebanon-Israel border had been targeted.
In the final hours of the day, Hezbollah claimed it had shot down an Israeli helicopter in the Şarkiyye village of southern Lebanon. The statements were published through Hezbollah’s official channels, emphasizing that the attacks were carried out in response to Israel’s operations against Lebanon.
On 14 March 2026, Lebanese authorities released updated humanitarian data regarding Israel’s ongoing attacks since 2 March.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that, to date, 26 health workers have been killed and 51 injured in Israeli attacks on Lebanon. The ministry also announced that since 2 March 2026, the number of fatalities from these attacks had risen by 53 to 826, and the number of injured had increased to 2,009.
A report issued by Lebanon’s Disaster Management Authority under the government provided data on the number of people forcibly displaced due to Israeli occupation and attacks. According to the report, 831,882 people have sought shelter in reception centers since 2 March. Approximately 132,419 people have been accommodated in 619 shelters. Official records indicate that the number of forcibly displaced persons stands at 832,000.
The same report stated that since 2 March, the Israeli military has conducted 1,928 attacks on Lebanon. It also noted that there are additional individuals who have fled their homes and taken refuge in other regions but have not been officially registered.
Israeli military tanks stationed in southern regions of Lebanon, 14 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that he held phone calls with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri. Macron stated, "Everything must be done to prevent Lebanon from being dragged into chaos," and called on Hezbollah to end its escalation of tensions.
Macron also declared, "While thousands of people have fled bombardments, Israel must abandon its large-scale attacks and cease its mass strikes." He offered to host both parties in Paris to facilitate talks between Israel and Lebanon, emphasizing that a ceasefire and lasting solution must be achieved through direct negotiations.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, during his visit to Lebanon, called for an end to the fighting at a press conference in Beirut.
United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, 14 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Guterres said, "The Lebanese people did not choose this war; they were dragged into it." He emphasized that there is no military solution, stating, "There is no military solution. The only solution is diplomacy, dialogue and full implementation of UN Charter and Security Council resolutions."
Guterres stressed that Israel must respect Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and called on Hezbollah to respect the Lebanese government’s decision to consolidate all weapons under state control.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, in a statement regarding Israel’s attacks in Lebanon, reported that 14 health workers had been killed in the past 24 hours. WHO confirmed that 12 health personnel were killed in the attack on the health center in Burç Kalavay.
Ghebreyesus stated: "According to international humanitarian law, health workers and facilities must never be targeted or militarized." He noted that 27 attacks on health services in Lebanon since 2 March had been verified, resulting in 30 deaths and 35 injuries.
Hundreds of people protested in the Swedish capital Stockholm against Israel’s attacks on Palestine and Lebanon and called for a ceasefire. Demonstrators marched toward the Swedish Parliament, chanting slogans demanding an end to the violence in Gaza and Lebanon.
Lebanese Armed Forces Chief of Staff Rudolph Heykel met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and his delegation in Yerze, north of Beirut. The meeting addressed implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701, compliance with the ceasefire and the Lebanese army’s plan to consolidate weapons under state control.
Also attending the meeting were UN Assistant Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix, UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert and UNIFIL Commander Diodato Abagnara.
The United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, and Italy leaders have issued a joint statement amid rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. The statement expressed concern over escalating tensions in Lebanon and called for a political solution.
The leaders stated that Lebanese and Israeli representatives must come together to seek a political solution and added that they strongly support initiatives that will immediately de-escalate tensions.
The joint statement condemned Hezbollah’s attacks on Israel and its support from Iran and called on the group to lay down its arms. It also condemned attacks on civilians in Lebanon, United Nations personnel, medical workers, and civilian infrastructure. Regarding Israel’s potential ground operation, the statement used the following language: “A major Israeli ground operation could lead to devastating humanitarian consequences and trigger a prolonged conflict. This must be prevented.”
The statement highlighted the severe humanitarian situation and displacement in Lebanon and emphasized that Lebanon must be supported in its efforts to disarm Hezbollah and prevent further attacks. It concluded with the emphasis: “We stand in solidarity with the Lebanese government and people who have been inadvertently drawn into the conflict.”
On 17 March 2026, Israeli Chief of General Staff Eyal Zamir approved new attack plans against Lebanon, following a series of air, sea, and land strikes conducted between 2 March and 17 March. An Israeli military statement noted that Zamir met with the Commander of the Northern Command and other senior commanders.
The statement confirmed that Zamir approved new plans for attacks on Lebanon and provided assessments. Zamir stated that Iran is the main front of the war, while operations against Hezbollah are secondary in priority.
Zamir also recalled that a ground assault on southern Lebanon has been launched and claimed that since the expansion of attacks, 400 Hezbollah members have been killed. Zamir reported that the Northern Command has been reinforced with additional units and stated that attacks against Lebanon will intensify.
On the same day, Israeli media reported that as part of its expanded ground operations in southern Lebanon, Israel plans to completely destroy settlement areas on the Lebanese side of the border and subsequently occupy these areas to deploy troops. According to a report by Israeli state television KAN, citing “well-informed sources,” the Tel Aviv administration has granted the Israeli military authority to demolish Lebanese settlements near the border.
On 17 March, the Israeli military conducted multiple air strikes on the Dahiya neighborhood in southern Beirut. According to Lebanese media reports, areas including the Haret Hureyk district were specifically targeted. The Israeli military claimed that Hezbollah infrastructure was the target of these strikes. It was reported that two separate air strikes occurred within half an hour and that the area was targeted again during nighttime hours.
In southern Lebanon, Israeli forces advanced toward the outskirts of the village of Aytash-Shab and launched intense air strikes on the area. In an attack on the village of Shakra, seven people were killed, and in a bombardment of the town of Sirifa, four people were injured. An apartment in the Aramun region of the Mount Lebanon governorate was targeted, resulting in the injury of an Ethiopian woman. It was also reported that Israel targeted numerous other locations including Tayyibe, Mecadil, Zebkin, Yater, Kana, Ayn Baal, and Deyr Kifa.
On the same day, it was announced that one Lebanese soldier was killed and four others were wounded in Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon. Lebanese military personnel traveling in vehicles and on motorcycles were targeted in the Kakaiyya el-Cisr region.
The Israeli military announced that it has deployed a new division to expand its ground occupation in southern Lebanon. The statement indicated that the 36th Division has begun intensive ground operations to extend its forward defense line. The 36th Division is expected to coordinate operations with the 91st Division.
According to the Israeli military, the ground offensive involves the 91st, 36th, 146th, and 210th divisions. The 91st Division operates in the eastern region, the 210th Division at the Cebel Rus position, the 146th Division in the western region, and the 36th Division along the southern front. Artillery units and fighter jets conducted heavy bombardments before the ground forces advanced.
In a statement by Hezbollah, it was announced that Israeli military positions in the el-Hiyam area of southern Lebanon and in the Misgav Am area of northern Israel were struck with missiles. No further details were provided.
The United Nations (UN) Humanitarian Coordinator for Lebanon, Imran Riza, stated on 17 March 2026 that civilians in Lebanon under Israeli attacks have “paid a very high price.”
Riza noted that over 2,200 attacks have occurred in the past 15 days. According to data from the Lebanese Ministry of Health, since 2 March, 886 people have been killed and over 2,140 have been injured. At least 107 of the deceased are children.
The number of displaced persons has exceeded 1,009,000, a figure that includes only those who registered themselves and may be lower than the actual number. The World Health Organization recorded 28 attacks on healthcare facilities in the past 15 days, resulting in the deaths of 33 healthcare workers and the closure of five hospitals. The UN launched an emergency appeal for 308 million dollars to address the humanitarian crisis in Lebanon and aims to reach one million people within three months.
The Israeli military issued a threat of attack against parts of the city of Sur and surrounding settlements in southern Lebanon, urging residents to evacuate their homes. Israel Army Spokesperson Avichay Adraee, in a map shared on social media, called on those living in areas marked in red to move north of the Zahrani River, approximately 30 kilometers from the Lebanon-Israel border.
The map identifies the following areas within the city center of Sur: Hamadiye, Shebriha, Cullul Bahir, Zakuk el-Mefdi, Elıbas, Mashuk, Burç Şemali, Neba, El-Hoş, Residiyye, and Ayn Bial.
Following the Israeli military’s evacuation order and threat of attack, a large-scale migration northward from the city of Sur in Lebanon has occurred. According to reports in the Lebanese press, residents moved northward, causing heavy traffic and overcrowding on the roads.
Videos shared on social media show increased population movement in the city after the evacuation call.
Two Israeli airstrikes on Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, killed six people and injured 24 others. The Lebanese Ministry of Health stated that remains were recovered from the rubble and DNA analysis was being conducted to identify the victims.
The attacks reportedly targeted central areas of Beirut, including the Balata Street neighborhood and the southern district of Dahieh.
The Israeli military carried out an airstrike on a multi-story building in the village of al-Aqabiyya, part of the city of Saida in southern Lebanon. Footage of the attack was shared by local media and on social media.
Airstrikes in Beirut. March 18, 2026 (Anadolu Agency)
It was noted that this area had previously been designated by Israel as one requiring evacuation and was marked on the official map.
The Israeli military announced the launch of a new wave of attacks targeting southern Lebanon. The statement indicated that targets allegedly linked to Hezbollah had been struck.
The statement referenced the evacuation call for the city of Sur and its surroundings, stating that operations are being conducted within this framework.
The Israeli military issued an attack threat targeting the villages of Hirbet Silm and Beyt Yahun in the city of Nabatieh, and the villages of Sarifa and Deyr Kanun al-Nahr in the city of Sur in southern Lebanon. Israeli Army Spokesperson Avichay Adraee claimed that Hezbollah activities were present in these areas and urged residents to evacuate their homes.
The evacuation call specified that civilians must move north of the Zahrani River.
An Israeli airstrike targeting four homes in the village of Sehmar in Lebanon’s eastern Bekaa region killed four people. According to a report by Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the strike directly targeted civilian residential areas.
The Israeli military’s nighttime attacks across Lebanon have raised the total death toll to 39. The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that 12 people were killed in Beirut and 41 others were injured.
Numerous civilians were killed in attacks carried out in Nabatieh, Saida, Bekaa, and Baalbek, with some individuals reported missing and others injured. It was also reported that health facilities and civilian vehicles were targeted at various locations.
In an Israeli airstrike on Beirut, Muhammad Shari, director of political programs for the Hezbollah-affiliated El-Manar television channel, and his wife were killed. The strike reportedly targeted an apartment building in the Balata neighborhood.
The Israeli military targeted bridges over the Litani River, which connect southern and northern Lebanon. Previously, Israel had issued threats of attack on transit points in the region, and it struck the Qasmiyya Bridge in the rural area of Sur and a nearby café.
According to Lebanon’s news agency NNA, civil defense teams began work to repair damage to the bridge after the attack. Another less-used bridge in the same area was also bombed, causing a fire that is still being fought.
The Israeli military claimed that bridges and other transit points over the Litani River are being used by Hezbollah elements, issued evacuation calls to civilians, and urged residents to move north of the river.
The Israeli military has continued its air and artillery strikes against numerous settlements in southern Lebanon as part of its military operations launched on March 2 2026. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA Israeli warplanes targeted villages particularly around the city of Nabatieh.
The villages of Hiyam and Taybe under Nabatieh endured intense bombardment throughout the night during which fierce clashes occurred between Israeli forces and Hezbollah. Hiyam was struck by air and artillery attacks resulting in powerful explosions in the area.
Bint Jbeil and its surroundings as well as Marun al-Ras along the Israeli border also came under Israeli military attacks. In the city of Sur in southwestern Lebanon attacks intensified following prior evacuation warnings. The Israeli military targeted a settlement in the city and destroyed a building in the village of Hush through a bombing.
The villages of Bazuriyeh and Aytit in Sur as well as the areas of Burj Shimaliyeh Shiḥin and Mervahin were also affected by the attacks. Additionally two homes near the village of Serire in the Cizzin region northern part of southern Lebanon were struck by Israeli warplanes.
It has been suggested that Israel’s military operations against Iran and Lebanon conducted in coordination with the United States may continue for several more weeks. According to reports in the Israeli press the security cabinet meeting addressed in detail the attacks targeting Iran and Lebanon.
Military and political officials attending the meeting reportedly assessed that operations carried out by the Israeli military and Mossad were progressing as planned and that designated objectives were being achieved. Based on these assessments it was stated that the current operations would not end in the short term.
While the attacks launched by Israel and the United States against Iran on February 28 2026 continue the Israeli military expanded its air strikes against Lebanon as of March 2 including targeting the capital Beirut. During the same period steps were taken to expand ground operations in southern Lebanon citing the presence of Hezbollah.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that the number of fatalities resulting from Israeli attacks since March 2 2026 increased by 20 in the past 24 hours reaching 1021. The number of injured has reached 2641.
Among the deceased are 118 children and 79 women. It was also announced that 40 healthcare workers lost their lives and 119 were injured in the attacks.
The ministry previously reported a total of 1001 deaths and 2584 injuries. The latest figures confirm an increase in casualties.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that approximately 20 percent of Lebanon’s population has been displaced due to Israeli attacks and called on the United States to mediate direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel.
In a statement addressed to U.S. President Donald Trump Salam stated that Lebanon is ready for immediate direct talks under international protection. Salam described the United States as a strategic partner and expressed confidence that Trump could exert influence on both sides to achieve a ceasefire.
Salam also emphasized that Lebanon did not choose the conflict and that its priorities are to halt the fighting protect civilians ensure the return of displaced persons and initiate a reconstruction process.
Prime Minister Salam highlighted that Lebanon is caught in a complex situation due to both internal political dynamics and external interventions stressing the importance of preserving national unity and state institutions.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in his message on the occasion of Ramadan stated that the country is entering the holiday under difficult conditions due to Israeli attacks. Aoun expressed hope that Ramadan would bring peace stability and goodwill to the Lebanese people noting that current circumstances have left the population facing pain and hardship. He affirmed his confidence in the resilience and national unity of the Lebanese people. President Aoun underscored the importance of brotherhood and solidarity stating that Ramadan offers an opportunity to strengthen social cohesion.
In Lebanon’s capital Beirut two loud explosion-like sounds were heard following Israeli warplanes breaking the sound barrier. Observations in the area found no destruction or smoke in the city center or in the southern district of Dahieh after the sounds.
Lebanon’s news agency NNA reported that the explosion sounds were caused by Israeli warplanes breaking the sound barrier. The incident was recorded as a consequence of ongoing military activity in the airspace.
Lebanese Minister of Health Rakan Nasreddin announced that the number of displaced persons due to Israeli attacks has reached one million and emphasized the importance of international aid.
Nasreddin visited shelter centers in the city of Byblos north of Beirut and stated that medical supplies and healthcare support are urgently needed to sustain services in these centers.
Nasreddin thanked Türkiye through its development agency TİKA for its assistance and also expressed gratitude to the international community including UNICEF and the World Health Organization for their support. He emphasized that expanding healthcare services is among the top priorities.
U.S. Ambassador to Beirut Michelle Isa stated that lasting peace in Lebanon requires negotiations with Israel and that the Lebanese government must decide whether to enter into negotiations while attacks continue.
Ambassador Isa reported that the United States has engaged with Israel to ensure Christian villages in southern Lebanon are not targeted and that specific assurances have been obtained. He also highlighted the importance of the Lebanese Armed Forces being stationed in these areas. Isa reiterated U.S. support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and stated that diplomatic efforts continue to end the conflict.
Hezbollah has announced that it launched intensive attacks against Israeli military bases, settlements, and Israeli units in Lebanon. The statement specified that the Ayalet, Mahava Alon, Filon, and Tifon bases as well as the Kefr Giladi barracks were targeted with rockets and unmanned aerial vehicles.
It was also stated that the Israeli towns of Nehariye, Avivim, Shilomi, Yiron, and Kiryat Shmona were targeted in the attacks. Israeli units located in the Lebanese southern villages of Merkaba, Marun al-Ras, Ayterun, Aytash-Shaab, Dheyra, Alma ash-Shaab, and Taybeh were reportedly hit by rocket and UAV strikes. Additionally, it was reported that an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle was shot down over the village of Barashit.
The Israeli military has issued a new threat of attack against neighborhoods in Dahiya, a southern suburb of Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, which is described as a stronghold of Hezbollah. Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Avichay Adraee stated that military infrastructure allegedly belonging to Hezbollah in the neighborhoods of Hureyk, Gubeyri, Leyleki, Hades, Burc el-Baracine, Tahvidet el-Gadir, and Shiya would be targeted.
The statement indicated that attacks would intensify and that civilians remaining in the area must evacuate. A renewed call for evacuation was issued for areas previously occupied by populations forcibly displaced.
Hezbollah announced direct clashes occurred in southern Lebanon amid Israeli air and ground attacks. The statement specified that Israeli soldiers attempting to infiltrate the Tabasin area in the village of Nakura were targeted.
Intense fighting was reported in the village of Hiyam, where Israeli units were targeted at multiple locations and clashes continued throughout the region. Rocket attacks were carried out against Israeli soldiers stationed at the Rosh Pina military base and in the settlements of Yuval and Metula. Additionally, attacks were reported against Israeli units in the villages of Taybeh, Adise, and Merkaba.
According to a statement by Lebanon’s Ministry of Health, the number of fatalities resulting from Israeli attacks since March 2 has risen to 1,024, with 2,740 injured. The statement noted that among the deceased were 118 children and 79 women.
It was also stated that 40 healthcare workers were killed and 119 injured as a result of the attacks. The data showed an increase compared to previous reports.
The Israeli military announced that over the weekend it conducted strikes against more than 200 targets in Iran and Lebanon. The statement specified that ballistic missile storage facilities, missile launchers, air defense systems, and military installations in Iran were targeted.
In Lebanon, two waves of attacks were carried out in Beirut and other areas, with Hezbollah command centers reportedly targeted. It was also alleged that numerous weapons depots were identified during ground operations in southern Lebanon, and at least ten Hezbollah members were killed in the clashes.
It was reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the bombing of bridges over the Litani River in southern Lebanon. Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz explained that the order aimed to hinder Hezbollah’s mobility in the region.
The statement indicated that all bridges over the Litani River are planned for destruction and that the Qasimiyyeh Bridge will be targeted again. Additionally, the Israeli military was ordered to demolish all homes in villages along Lebanon’s border. It was reported that the demolition model applied in the Gaza Strip is being planned for implementation in southern Lebanon, with the goal of completely eradicating settlements along the border.
The Israeli military issued an attack threat against parts of the city of Sidon and surrounding populated areas in southern Lebanon, urging residents to evacuate their homes. Israel Army Spokesperson Avichay Adraee, in a map shared on social media marked in red, called on those living in the designated zones to move north of the Zahrani River, approximately 30 kilometers from the Lebanon-Israel border.
The map indicates that the areas of Hamadiye and Shebriha in central Sidon, along with Cullul Bahir, Zakuk el-Mefdi, Elıbas, Mashuk, Burç Şemali, Neba, El-Hoş, Residiyye, and Ayn Bial, are included in the targeted zone.
Following the Israeli military’s evacuation order and attack threat, a large-scale migration northward from Sidon in Lebanon has occurred. According to reports in the Lebanese press, residents have moved toward the north, causing heavy traffic and overcrowding on roads.
Videos shared on social media show increased population movement within the city after the evacuation call.
Two Israeli airstrikes on Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, killed six people and injured 24 others. The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that remains of victims were being recovered from the rubble and that DNA analysis was being conducted to identify the deceased.
The strikes reportedly targeted central areas of Beirut, including the Balata Street neighborhood and the southern district of Dahieh.
The Israeli military conducted an airstrike on a multi-story building in the village of al-Aqbiyya, part of the city of Sidon in southern Lebanon. Footage of the strike was shared by local media and on social networks.
Airstrikes in Beirut. 18 March 2026 (Anadolu Agency)
It was noted that this area had previously been designated by Israel as one requiring evacuation and was marked on the official map.
The Israeli military announced the launch of a new wave of attacks targeting southern Lebanon. The statement indicated that targets allegedly linked to Hezbollah had been struck.
The statement referenced the evacuation call for Sidon and its surroundings, stating that operations are being conducted within this framework.
The Israeli military issued an attack threat against the villages of Hirbet Silm and Beit Yahun in the city of Nabatieh, and the villages of Sarifa and Deyr Kanun al-Nahr in Sidon, all located in southern Lebanon. Israeli Army Spokesperson Avichay Adraee claimed that Hezbollah activities were present in these areas and called on residents to evacuate their homes.
The evacuation order specified that civilians must move north of the Zahrani River.
An Israeli airstrike targeting four homes in the village of Sehmar in the Bekaa region of eastern Lebanon killed four people. According to a report by Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the strike directly targeted civilian residential areas.
The Israeli military’s nighttime attacks across Lebanon have raised the total death toll to 39. The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that 12 people were killed in Beirut and 41 injured.
Numerous civilians were killed in attacks carried out in Nabatieh, Sidon, Bekaa, and Baalbek, with some individuals reported missing and others injured. It was also reported that health facilities and civilian vehicles were targeted in various locations.
In an Israeli airstrike on Beirut, Muhammad Shari, director of political programs for the Hezbollah-affiliated El-Manar television channel, and his wife were killed. The strike reportedly targeted an apartment building in the Sock Balat neighborhood.
The Israeli military targeted bridges over the Litani River, which connect southern and northern Lebanon. Previously, Israel had issued threats against transit points in the region, and it struck the Kasimiyya Bridge in the rural area of Sidon and a nearby café.
According to Lebanon’s NNA news agency, civil defense teams began repairs to address damage caused by the strike near the bridge. It was also reported that another less-used bridge in the same area was bombed, resulting in a fire that is still being fought.
The Israeli military claimed that bridges and other transit points over the Litani River were being used by Hezbollah elements, issued evacuation calls to civilians, and urged them to move north of the river.
Israel’s Attacks Against Lebanon (2026) are military operations launched by the Israeli military across Lebanon on 2 March 2026, following Hezbollah’s rocket and drone attacks against northern Israel, and expanded to include air, naval, and ground components.
The attacks spread to southern and eastern Lebanon, beginning with Beirut’s Dahieh district. The Israeli military stated it targeted Hezbollah’s military and financial assets, issued evacuation orders in the south, and conducted ground advances along the border. The attacks continued as of 24 March.
Israel’s attacks on Beirut, 2 March 2026 - (Associated Press)
On the morning of 2 March 2026, Hezbollah announced it had launched rockets and unmanned aerial vehicles from southern Lebanon against northern Israel. The group stated the attack was a response to Israel’s nearly daily strikes against Lebanon and the killing of Iran’s religious leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hezbollah carried out the attack targeting an Israeli military facility near Haifa.
The Israeli Military Spokesperson confirmed that rockets had been fired from Lebanon and that sirens were activated across the country’s north following the launch.
The Israeli press reported that this was the most intense attack by Hezbollah since the ceasefire agreed upon between Lebanon and Israel on 27 November 2024. Israeli television channel Channel 12 reported that six rockets had been fired from Lebanon.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had carried out a series of simultaneous attacks in Lebanon and Iran. The statement indicated the attacks were conducted in response to Hezbollah’s rocket fire.
The Israeli military stated that high-ranking Hezbollah members in Beirut’s capital had been targeted with precision munitions. The attacks were executed by the Israeli Air Force and Navy.
The statement also indicated that a weapons storage facility alleged to belong to Hezbollah in the city of Sour had been targeted. Additionally, command centers accused of deepening ties between Iran and Hezbollah were also struck.
In its initial statement, the Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that Israeli air strikes on Beirut and southern regions had killed 31 people and injured 149.
In the evening of 2 March, the Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the death toll from Israeli attacks had increased by 21 to reach 52, and the number of injured had reached 154. The ministry stated that Israel had carried out 221 attacks. It also reported that 28,586 people had been forcibly displaced and that 186 centers were serving as temporary shelters.
Destruction in the Baalbek region of southern Lebanon, targeted in Israeli attacks, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, in a statement on the U.S.-based social media platform X, said, “Hezbollah will pay a heavy price for firing at Israel.”
In the same statement, he referred to Hezbollah’s Secretary General Naim Qassem: “Naim Qassem, who decided under Iranian pressure to open fire, is now a marked target for assassination.”
Katz also stated, “Everyone who follows the path of Ali Khamenei will soon find themselves alongside those removed from the axis of evil, in the depths of hell.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced the launch of a campaign against Hezbollah. In his statement, he said, “We have launched a campaign against Hezbollah and must prepare for several days of fighting.” He added, “We are not only on the defensive; we are going on the offensive.”
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanese territory. Aoun noted that rocket launches from Lebanese soil risked drawing the country into the region’s dangerous military confrontations.
In the same statement, he said these rocket launches targeted Lebanon’s efforts to keep the country out of conflict. Aoun declared that the state would not permit Lebanon to be turned once again into a platform for wars unrelated to its own interests.
The president emphasized that parties ignoring repeated calls to preserve security and stability would be held responsible for any adverse developments. Aoun stated that the Lebanese state would not allow such a situation to recur and that the Lebanese people would not accept it.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam described rocket launches from southern Lebanon toward Israel as “irresponsible and suspicious acts.” Salam said, “Regardless of who is behind them, these launches threaten Lebanon’s security and stability,” and added, “Lebanon will not allow itself to be dragged into new adventures.” He also stated that those responsible would be identified and all necessary measures taken to protect the Lebanese people.
Following the Israeli attacks, Nawaf Salam summoned the cabinet for an emergency meeting. The meeting took place at 08:00 local time at the Presidential Palace. It assessed developments since midnight on 2 March and discussed measures the government would take.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the government had banned Hezbollah’s military and security operations and limited the group’s role to political activities.
In a statement following the cabinet meeting, Salam said, “The state rejects any military or security action launched from Lebanese territory.”
Salam stated, “The decision for war and peace belongs solely to the state,” and confirmed that the cabinet had decided to ban military operations outside legitimate state institutions. He ordered the Lebanese Armed Forces to firmly implement a plan to bring weapons under state control, particularly north of the Litani River.
In the evening of 2 March, Hezbollah’s Parliamentary Group Chairman, Member of Parliament Muhammad Raad, criticized the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities. Raad, who was alleged to have been killed in Israeli attacks, made statements on Al Manar, a television channel affiliated with Hezbollah.
In response to the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities, Raad stated, “While Lebanese citizens waited for the attack to be banned, they were met with a decision banning the rejection of the attack. The government failed to use the international friendships it claims to have to force the enemy to stop the war against our country.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Military Spokesperson Ella Waweya, in a video message posted on the U.S.-based social media platform X, announced that more than 50 settlements in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley would be targeted and urged residents to immediately evacuate their homes. The statement specified that residents must move at least 1,000 meters away to open areas.
Thousands flee southern Lebanon for Beirut following Israeli attack threats, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Following Israel’s attack threats, thousands of people from southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley began migrating northward. Those forced to abandon their homes caused heavy traffic on the roads. Displacement was reported from southern suburbs of Beirut and parts of southern Lebanon toward central Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
Following the Israeli attacks, all private and public schools and vocational and technical training institutions in Lebanon suspended educational activities for security reasons.
The Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education stated that the decision was made in light of concerns for public safety and the extraordinary security situation.
The ministry noted that many displaced persons were being housed in schools and that relevant authorities would evaluate developments daily in coordination.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had carried out an air strike in the southern suburbs of Beirut and targeted a “senior Hezbollah member.” The statement specified that the strike targeted the Madi neighborhood but provided no further details on identity. The Israeli military described the strike as a “pinpoint operation.”
Israeli air strikes were reported to have targeted various towns in southern Lebanon. The towns of Bint Jubayl, Arabsalim, and Hula in the Nabatieh Governorate, as well as Hos Rafika and Doris in the eastern Baalbek region, were identified as targets. Three civilians were reported injured in the attack on Hos Rafika.
The towns of Sela, Debal, Mareke, Siddikin, and Deyr Amis in the city of Sour were also among the targets. Additionally, air strikes were reported against the villages of Mahrune, Tayr Felsay, Bazuriyye, Semaiye, Hiniyye, Mansuri, Mecdel Zon, Kana, and Shiaytiye under Sour, as well as Kalviyye, Hasada, and Hira Tayr Debe under Nabatieh.
A major Israeli air strike targeted the town of Srifa in southern Lebanon, and two separate strikes were carried out on the Al-Salihiya neighborhood in Nabatieh. These attacks reportedly caused widespread destruction and fires in buildings and vehicles. The areas around Al-Shahabiya and Deir Qanoun al-Nahr in southern Lebanon were also targeted.
On 2 March 2026, it was reported that Israel, as part of preparations to expand its attacks against Iran and Lebanon, had begun calling up 100,000 reserve soldiers for active duty.
The Israeli military announced that the code name for its ongoing operation was “Operation Roaring Lion”, and that reserve forces were being mobilized to reinforce various fronts. The Israeli military confirmed it was continuing its campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
The Israeli military is conducting intense air strikes on Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it would target branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen across Lebanon. Israeli Military Spokesperson Avichay Adraee shared maps on his social media account showing over 30 locations marked in red across Lebanon. These maps included numerous areas, including the capital Beirut.
The Israeli military stated that the marked locations were branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen. It warned that people must stay at least 300 meters away from these buildings.
On the afternoon of 2 March 2026, it was reported that the Israeli military had carried out air strikes against financial institutions affiliated with Hezbollah across Lebanon. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the Israeli military bombed the locations previously announced as targets. Sour, Nabatieh, and Baalbek were reported as locations where branches of Karz-i Hasen were struck.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military carried out intensive air strikes on Beirut’s Dahieh district. The first wave included five air strikes on Dahieh. In the evening, Israeli fighter jets targeted the district again, followed by loud explosions.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced that since beginning its attacks on Lebanon in response to Hezbollah’s rocket fire, it had carried out over 70 air strikes nationwide. The statement indicated that a wave of attacks targeting Hezbollah assets in southern Lebanon had been completed.
The military claimed that over 70 weapons depots, launch sites, and ramps belonging to Hezbollah had been targeted. It asserted that the struck sites were intended for use in attacks against Israel.
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that attacks against Lebanon would not cease until the “threat” originating from the country was eliminated and Hezbollah was disarmed. Speaking after a meeting with commanders along the northern border, Zamir, referring to Iran, said, “We will not end the war unless Hezbollah suffers a serious blow and is disarmed.”
Zamir stated that Israel was acting decisively and had conducted strikes against the Iranian regime, emphasizing its “unique cooperation” with the U.S. military. He claimed the attacks were a response to the Lebanese government’s failure to act on recent warnings that Hezbollah must be disarmed. Zamir said, “We know how to defend ourselves alone.”
He argued that the war would end not only when Iran suffered damage, but also when Hezbollah sustained a severe blow. Zamir stated that the Israeli military had been planning and preparing to operate simultaneously on multiple fronts, and that these plans had been ready for a long time.
On the same day, Israeli Military Spokesperson Effie Defrin, stating that all options remained on the table regarding Lebanon, signaled that Israel could initiate a ground invasion. In response to a question about the possibility of a ground assault on Lebanon following air and naval strikes, Defrin replied, “All options are on the table.”
Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer, speaking on French channel BFMTV, addressed Israel’s years-long attacks against Lebanon. He stated that Israel had not responded positively to the Lebanese government and president’s good-faith negotiation efforts and showed no interest in making progress in talks.
Chaer said, “The weapons held by Hezbollah no longer threaten Israel, and Israel knows this very well.” He added, “Israel has not given the Lebanese government any opportunity to resolve the Hezbollah issue.” Chaer expressed serious concern that Israel might launch ground attacks, stating, “We fear that Israel is seizing this historic opportunity to occupy southern Lebanon and establish the buffer zone it has long dreamed of.”
On the night of 24 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted airstrikes across various regions of Lebanon, resulting in a total of 21 people killed.
According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the targeted settlements in the south included Gassaniyye, Serire, Duveyr, Haruf, Ayn İbil, Sela and Tayr Diba.
In Sur, an airstrike in the area between the settlements of Adlun and Abu’l Esved killed 2 people and injured 2. In Mahrune, a settlement under Sur, a motorcycle was targeted, killing 1 person. In Şebriha, a vehicle was struck, resulting in the death of a Syrian national.
Buildings damaged in Lebanon following Israeli airstrikes, 24 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
In Sur, on the Burc eş-Şemali road, an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle targeted a motorcycle, killing Palestinian Rebi Halihil, who was reportedly from the Burc eş-Şemali Refugee Camp.
In the Miye and Miye Palestinian Refugee Camp, east of Sidon, an airstrike on a house killed 2 people. In the village of Beşamun, located in the Aley district of Jabal Lubnan, an airstrike killed 3 people including a 3-year-old child, and injured 4.
An airstrike on the village of Kefr Tebnit, south of Nabatieh, killed Mahmud Hamad, General Director of the Nabatieh Technical Institute. In northern Nabatieh, a motorcycle was targeted, killing 2 medical personnel from the Nabatieh Ambulance Service. It was reported that the deceased were Ali, son of Nabatieh Mayor Hasan Nizar Cabir, and Muhammad Sulayman, son of the head of Nabatieh Ambulance Operations.
Additionally, an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle struck the area around the el-Feyruz Restaurant on the Nabatieh-Habush road, killing a Syrian national. On the same day, the Israeli military conducted artillery shelling on the villages of Nakura and Ilma Şaab.
On 24 March 2026, the Israeli military targeted areas in the southern Lebanese city of Sur that had previously been warned of imminent attacks. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, Israeli warplanes carried out airstrikes on the Maşuk and Burc eş-Şemali districts of Sur.
Prior to the attacks, Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee posted on a US-based social media platform in the morning, threatening attacks and evacuations at five locations in central Sur and the Maşuk and Burc eş-Şemali districts. Social media footage showed explosions and thick smoke rising from the targeted sites during the attack on Maşuk.
Buildings damaged in Lebanon following Israeli airstrikes, 24 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 24 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted artillery shelling on the villages of Nakura and Ilma Şaab in southern Lebanon.
According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the Israeli military targeted the Hamul area south of Nakura with phosphorus bombs. It was reported that the same areas had been struck with similar munitions the previous day.
On the same day, the Israeli military was reported to have targeted fuel stations in southern Lebanon. In Nabatieh, two fuel stations named “Al Amana” were bombed. In Sur, three separate “Al Amana” fuel stations located in the settlements of Deyr Antar and Burguliye and along the Reşidiye road were also destroyed. Israel claimed these facilities were being used by Hezbollah.
According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, a unit of the Israeli military entered the village of Hilta after midnight and conducted a raid on a house.
During the raid, gunfire resulted in 1 person being killed and many others injured. It was also reported that 4 individuals were detained by Israeli soldiers.
Buildings damaged in Lebanon following Israeli airstrikes, 24 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
The Israeli military bombed the Dellafe Bridge over the Litani River for the second time, completely destroying it. The bridge connects Hasbaya and Mercayun and serves as a key transit route from the Bekaa region to southern Lebanon.
On 24 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted airstrikes on the Dahieh region south of Beirut. Following the attacks, explosion sounds were heard across Beirut and its surroundings, and smoke was reported rising from the targeted sites.
Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, during an assessment meeting with the military command, spoke about operations in Lebanon. Katz stated that Israel had targeted five bridges over the Litani River, which it claimed were being used by Hezbollah, and declared that the Israeli military would maintain “security control” over the remaining bridges and the area up to the Litani River, signaling intent toward a lasting occupation.
Citing the need to secure Israeli settlements in the north, Katz stated that Israel would not permit the return of hundreds of thousands of people it had displaced from southern Lebanon. He also reiterated his claim that the Lebanese government had taken no steps toward disarming Hezbollah.
In a written statement from the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, it was stated: “The destruction of homes in villages along the front line in southern Lebanon is deeply alarming. Under international humanitarian law, civilians and civilian infrastructure must be protected. Such operations may constitute war crimes.”
According to Israeli media reports, on 24 March, 30 rockets were launched from Lebanon toward northern Israel. Sirens were reported to have sounded in the areas of Haifa, Acre, Nahariya and the Haifa Bay. Most of the rockets were intercepted by air defense systems, with at least one rocket landing in the Krayot region. The Israeli emergency service stated that no injuries were reported as a result of the attacks.
On 24 March 2026, Hezbollah announced it had continued its attacks against the Israeli military and northern Israel.
In a written statement on its Telegram account, Hezbollah stated that more than 20 attacks had been carried out against Israeli military positions and units.
According to the statement, Israeli soldiers and military vehicles in the southern Lebanese village of Kavzah were targeted repeatedly. In the villages of Alma eş-Şaab and Marun er-Ras and the area of Blat, attacks using rockets and artillery were launched against Israeli units. In northern Israel, the Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Complex in Krayot and the Migdal Tefen Radar Station were targeted. Additionally, rocket and drone attacks were carried out against the settlements of Nehariya, Sasa, Kiryat Shmona and Hagoshrim.
It was also reported that Israeli soldiers gathered at the Fatima Gate Border Crossing along the Lebanon-Israel border were targeted by rocket fire. The statement further noted that the Israeli military was continuing its airstrikes on southern and eastern Lebanon and conducting ground operations in the south.
In a statement issued by Lebanon’s Ministry of Health on 24 March 2026, it was reported that the number of people killed in Israeli attacks since 2 March 2026 had increased by 33 to reach 1,072. The same statement indicated that the number of injured had reached 2,966.
On 24 March 2026, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun made statements regarding Israel’s attacks on Lebanon. According to a written statement from the Lebanese Presidency, Aoun told British Defense Ministry advisor for Middle East and North Africa affairs Edward Ahlgren during their meeting that it was impossible for Lebanon to “host other people’s wars” on its own territory.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun (right), 24 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Aoun pointed to Israel’s attacks on Lebanon, stating that his country was under assault and emphasized that Lebanon would “not serve as a stage for others’ wars”. He affirmed that the government would not retreat from its policy of centralizing arms control and decision-making on war and peace, adding: “Had Israel withdrawn from occupied territories and adhered to a ceasefire, this war could have been prevented.”
Aoun also stated that Israel’s targeting of bridges over the Litani River aimed to isolate villages south of the river from the rest of the country and would have serious consequences.
On 24 March 2026, the Israeli military confirmed in a statement that it had targeted fuel stations in Lebanon belonging to a single company.
In the statement, Israel declared that a new wave of attacks had been completed, targeting gas stations owned by “Al Amana”, which it claimed were controlled by and used to finance Hezbollah. The statement said these stations had been rendered inoperable, asserting that Hezbollah vehicles relied on them for fuel and that the company provided financial revenue to Hezbollah. The Israeli military further indicated that attacks on targets in Lebanon, including assets of the Karz-ı Hasen Institution, would continue.
Lebanon’s official news agency NNA had previously reported that the Israeli military had targeted five fuel stations owned by Al Amana in southern Lebanon.
On 24 March 2026, the Israeli military claimed in a statement that it had carried out an assassination targeting Muhammad Ali Kurani, whom it alleged was a member of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Quds Force, in Beirut, Lebanon’s capital.
The Israeli military asserted that Iranian-linked intelligence operatives were active in Lebanon and that Kurani was part of this network. It claimed that Kurani was targeted and killed in the Beirut attack, and accused Iran’s intelligence apparatus of operating on Lebanese soil and organizing attacks against Israel.
Buildings damaged in Lebanon following Israeli airstrikes, 24 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
In Hezbollah’s rocket and drone attacks on northern Israel on 24 March 2026, 1 person was killed and 2 were injured. The Israeli emergency service, Magen David Adom, confirmed that medical assistance was provided to 2 individuals injured by shrapnel during the attacks.
According to Israeli media reports, Hezbollah launched approximately 30 rockets and drones against northern Israel. Sirens were reported to have sounded across a wide area in the Celile region of northern Israel due to the attacks.
On 24 March 2026, Hezbollah announced in a statement that it had targeted numerous Israeli settlements in the north with rockets and drones. In its Telegram statement, Hezbollah said the following locations in northern Israel were targeted: Ramot Naftali Military Base, Kiryat Shmona, Misgav Am, Carmiel, Maalot Tarshiha, Ayelet HaShachar, and the Adir Mountain region.
The statement also noted that Israeli military units in the southern Lebanese villages of Rabbu Selasin, Adisa, Hıyam, Nakura, Kavzeh, Alma eş-Şaab, Yarun and Taybe were targeted with rockets and drones. In the heavily contested areas of Hıyam and near Taybe, two Israeli military D9 bulldozers were struck by rockets.
It was also stated that the Israeli military continued its attacks on eastern and southern Lebanon during the same period.
On 25 March 2026, it was reported that the Israeli military planned to expand its ground operations in southern Lebanon. According to reports citing Israel Defense Forces Radio, two additional divisions would be incorporated into existing ground operations.
On 25 March, the Israeli military conducted airstrikes in various regions of Lebanon.
Additionally:
In addition, the Israeli military carried out artillery fire against areas along the border including:
On 25 March 2026, attacks resulted in at least three people killed across Lebanon, with numerous buildings damaged and some settlements completely destroyed. It was stated that the total death toll since 2 March had risen to 1,072.
In a statement by Hezbollah, 21 separate attacks were announced against Israel.
According to the information provided in the statement:
Settlements in northern Israel including:
and
were targeted, and it was stated that two separate attacks were launched against the Dado Base north of Safed.
Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz announced that he had approved new airstrikes targeting Iran and Lebanon. In a meeting with Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, Katz stated that new targets had been identified for both countries. It was also claimed that since 28 February, Israel had used over 15,000 munitions in airstrikes against Iran.
On 25 March 2026, it was reported that the Israeli government had granted the military authority to mobilize up to 400,000 reserve soldiers. According to a report citing The Times of Israel, the decision was taken in the context of ongoing military operations against Iran and Lebanon.
In a statement from the Israeli military, it was clarified that the exact number of soldiers to be mobilized had not been finalized, and that the figure of 400,000 represented an upper limit designed to provide operational flexibility.
The Lebanese military announced that shrapnel that fell in the Kisirvan district of northern Beirut on 24 March 2026 originated from an Iranian-made ballistic missile. In its official statement, the Lebanese military said that field inspections and technical analyses were conducted on missile fragments scattered over a wide area of Lebanese territory. The investigation concluded that the munition was a Kadjar-110 guided ballistic missile, approximately 16 meters long, with a range of about 2,000 kilometers and capable of carrying multiple smaller missiles.
It was stated that the missile had detonated at high altitude, leading to the assessment that its intended target lay outside Lebanese territory. Information was shared suggesting that the explosion may have resulted from a technical malfunction or a preemptive intervention. The statement also emphasized that Lebanon has no missile interception system and noted that an investigation into the incident was ongoing.
According to Israeli media reports on 25 March 2026, rocket attacks were launched from southern Lebanon toward northern Israel. As a result of the attacks, two people were lightly injured in the Karmiel region.
According to a report citing Yedioth Ahronot, shrapnel from the rockets fell in the areas of Kiryat Shmona and Karmiel. The injured individuals, both in their fifties, received on-site medical assistance.
During the attack, sirens sounded at frequent intervals across a wide area in northern Israel, including:
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On 25 March 2026, Hezbollah Secretary General Naim Qassem, in a statement regarding ongoing clashes with Israel, declared that they reject negotiations under fire.
In a written statement issued by Hezbollah, Qassem stated that Israel was occupying Lebanese territory and asserted that any negotiation under these conditions would amount to surrender. The statement included the following: “Negotiating under fire with the enemy Israel means surrender and entails the stripping of all of Lebanon’s capacities; moreover, negotiating with an enemy that occupies territory and attacks daily is already rejected.”
Qassem stated that preparations were underway to respond to Israeli attacks and defend the country. He also accused Israel and the United States of attempting to weaken Lebanon and incite internal unrest.
The statement emphasized that resistance to this process is the shared responsibility of all sectors, including the government, the public and the military. Additionally, Qassem argued that the Lebanese government’s plan to centralize weapons under state control aligns with Israel’s demands and therefore Hezbollah opposes it.
On 25 March 2026, the international aid organization Oxfam reported that the Israeli military had conducted attacks targeting water and sanitation infrastructure in certain regions of Lebanon.
In its written statement, Oxfam noted that Israeli attacks on water infrastructure had targeted facilities previously damaged or destroyed in earlier conflicts and currently under reconstruction. The statement emphasized that targeting water facilities damages critical infrastructure essential for human survival.
Oxfam recalled that under the Geneva Conventions, attacks on water facilities are prohibited, and stressed that deliberately cutting off water supplies constitutes a “lawful” method of warfare. The statement further indicated that intentionally blocking access to water or obstructing humanitarian aid could constitute a war crime. Oxfam expressed concern that Israel’s military strategy of targeting water infrastructure in Gaza has now begun to be applied in certain regions of Lebanon.
The statement noted that, following widespread evacuation orders by Israel, hundreds of thousands of people were forced to abandon their homes in southern Lebanon. Oxfam and its partners have been carrying out repairs at 19 water facilities providing clean water to approximately 60,000 people, six of which had been damaged in previous attacks. It was also reported that airstrikes continue in the areas where these facilities are located.
Due to ongoing attacks, Oxfam teams have been unable to safely reach the affected facilities, making it impossible to assess the full extent of the damage.
The statement also noted that attacks on infrastructure are not limited to water facilities; electricity networks and bridges have also been targeted, leading to disruptions in essential services in towns and villages.
On 25 March 2026, Lebanon’s Ministry of Health released updated figures regarding casualties from Israeli attacks since 2 March.
The statement reported that the number of those killed in the attacks had increased by 22 to reach 1,094, while the number of injured had risen to 3,119.
Among those killed, the statement specified:
Additionally, it was stated that 42 healthcare workers had been killed and 119 healthcare workers injured in the attacks.
On the same day, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar claimed that Hezbollah had launched over 3,500 rockets, missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) toward Israel since 2 March. Saar publicly shared a letter he sent to the United States’ Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, in which he assessed that these attacks violated United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1701 and 1559.
The statement alleged that Hezbollah had violated the ceasefire agreement reached in November 2024 and argued that the Lebanese government had failed to take necessary steps toward disarming the group. Saar also called on the United Nations Security Council to condemn Hezbollah and recognize it as a “terrorist organization”, and demanded that the Lebanese government disarm Hezbollah.
On 25 March 2026, the Israeli military claimed that during a raid in southern Lebanon, it had captured a senior member of the “Lebanese Resistance Brigades”, an organization linked to Hezbollah.
According to a statement from the Israeli military, a unit attached to the 210th Division conducted an operation overnight in a region of southern Lebanon. It was claimed that during the raid, the field commander of the group was apprehended. The statement added that the individual captured had been handed over to Israeli military intelligence for interrogation.
On 25 March 2026, it was reported that the Israeli military conducted attacks targeting settlements in southern Lebanon. According to the Lebanese official news agency NNA, two separate airstrikes resulted in four people being killed.
In the village of Haruf, attached to Nabatieh, a house was targeted, resulting in two people losing their lives. In another attack in the village of Bisariyye, attached to Sidon, a house was struck, killing two people and injuring many others.
Additionally, it was reported that the Israeli military conducted airstrikes on the villages of:
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in remarks regarding southern Lebanon, delivered messages indicating his intent to expand and entrench the occupation. Speaking via video conference at a panel attended by local Israeli officials, Netanyahu stated that Israel was determined to fundamentally change the situation in Lebanon.
In his remarks, Netanyahu indicated he had ordered the lifting of budget cuts imposed in northern Israel due to Hezbollah attacks, and called on local authorities to prevent the evacuation of settlements.
Netanyahu also claimed that Israel had neutralized the threat of the 150,000 rockets and missiles allegedly held by Hezbollah and announced the establishment of a “security buffer zone” along Israel’s northern border. Netanyahu stated that this buffer zone in southern Lebanon would be expanded, using the phrase “We are creating a larger buffer zone” to indicate that the military presence would become permanent.
In his speech, Netanyahu further asserted that Israel would “finish off Hezbollah” and argued that the current situation was creating new opportunities for regional alliances.
On the same day, Israeli media reported that the Israeli military planned to establish 18 new military bases in southern Lebanon. According to a report citing Channel 14 television, Israel had decided to expand its military presence in the region and would increase the number of military positions. The plan aims to extend Israel’s northern border up to approximately 8 kilometers deep into Lebanese territory.
It was stated that the decision was jointly taken by political and military authorities with the aim of bringing the area up to the Litani River under control. The report also indicated that Israel would continue its military presence in southern Lebanon unless Hezbollah is completely and permanently disarmed.
It was noted that previous Israeli evacuation orders to civilians in the region and the targeting of bridges over the Litani River were part of these coordinated military steps.
Israeli forces have caused casualties in airstrikes targeting southern Lebanon. In an attack on the village of Kunin, located in the Nabatieh governorate, three people were killed and four injured.
In an attack on the Saff el-Heva area of the town of Bint Jbeil, three people lost their lives. In the Maakil neighborhood of the village of Kefr Rumman, a building was bombed, resulting in two fatalities. The villages of Jebel Batim and Mecdel Zun, part of the city of Sur, were also targeted.
During the day, Israeli warplanes struck the villages of Sultaniye, Kalavay, East Zavtar, Kantara, Deyr Siryan, Hadasa, Shakra, Safad Battih and Nakura. Artillery attacks were carried out against the villages of Mansuri, Kefre, Yatir, Sirbin and Hiyam.
According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, Israeli aircraft targeted the villages of Deyr Amis, Upper Nabatieh, Adshit, Sirife and Hasbaya during nighttime hours.
According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the Israeli military used white phosphorus bombs in attacks against the villages of Deyr Siryan, Kantara, Taybe, Yahmer ash-Shaqif, Zavtar, Furun al-Ganduriyya and Burj Kalavay. During the attacks, an Apache helicopter belonging to the Israeli military was reported over the village of Taybe.
Ground clashes occurred between the Israeli military and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. The Israeli military announced that one of its soldiers was seriously wounded as a result of a shell attack.
It was also reported that a soldier from the Golani Brigade was killed in a clash with Hezbollah. The statement identified 21-year-old soldier Ori Greenberg as the deceased. It was further stated that another soldier was injured by friendly fire and 15 soldiers were hospitalized on suspicion of hypothermia.
Later in the day, Hezbollah announced that one Israeli soldier was killed and four soldiers were wounded, two of them officers, when a Merkava tank was hit by an anti-tank missile. With this development, the number of Israeli soldiers killed in southern Lebanon rose to four.
The Israeli military announced it had reinforced its forces in southern Lebanon to expand its occupation. It stated that units under the 162nd Division, alongside the 91st and 36th Divisions, were participating in ground operations. The Israeli military also declared that during the intensification of attacks, it had struck more than 100 locations, including the capital Beirut. The statement added that targets allegedly serving as the headquarters of Hezbollah’s Ridwan Force had been hit.
Hezbollah announced it continued its attacks against Israel on March 26. It stated that Israeli units in the southern Lebanese villages of Nakura, Alma ash-Shaab, Deyr Siryan, Kavzeh, Kantara, Taybe and Dibil were targeted with rockets and unmanned aerial vehicles.
It was reported that 19 Israeli tanks were hit by rockets in the villages of Deyr Siryan, Kantara, Taybe and Dibil, with particularly intense clashes reported throughout the day in Kantara.
Hezbollah also expanded its attacks into northern Israel. It reported that the areas of Nehariye, Menara and Netua, including the settlement of Malikiye, were targeted with rockets, with multiple strikes launched at certain locations.
The group stated that the Eliakim Base and Tefen Base, which include Israeli military training camps near the city of Acre, as well as military positions around Lake Tiberias, were targeted. Hezbollah announced it had intensified attacks on Haifa, Israel’s critical northern port city, declaring that the naval base and Zeev Base in Haifa had been struck by missiles.
Throughout the day, Hezbollah carried out 70 attacks against Israeli targets, and from nighttime onward, 40 additional attacks were launched against southern Lebanon and northern Israel. Within Hezbollah’s attacks, one Israeli soldier was killed and four soldiers, two of them officers, were wounded when a Merkava tank was hit by an anti-tank missile in southern Lebanon. With this development, the number of Israeli soldiers killed in the region rose to four. Israeli media reported that Hezbollah had fired 600 rockets, artillery shells and unmanned aerial vehicles toward Israel in the past 24 hours.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the number of people killed in Israeli attacks from March 2 to March 26, 2026, had risen to 1,116, with the number of injured reaching 3,229. Of those killed, 121 were children and 83 were women. Additionally, 42 healthcare workers were killed and 119 were injured.
On March 26, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam thanked Türkiye during a meeting with Türkiye’s Ambassador to Beirut, Murat Lütem, for the support provided to those displaced by Israeli attacks.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelati, alongside Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at Baabda Palace in Beirut, March 26, 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
On the same day, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelati condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanon and its ground occupation, stating that Egypt was engaged in intensive diplomatic efforts to halt the aggression. Abdelati, who was received by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in Beirut, said in a post-meeting statement that Egypt stood in solidarity with the Lebanese government and people. He emphasized that Egypt condemned Israel’s violations of Lebanon’s sovereignty, stability and territorial integrity, and called for Israel’s complete withdrawal from all Lebanese territory. In his statement, “In this context, we are in contact with Israel, the United States and France, among other international actors. In coordination with our French partners, we are working to de-escalate tensions, halt Israeli violations and end ground operations.” he said.
During the talks, the importance of the full and comprehensive implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 was discussed. Abdelati highlighted the necessity of supporting state institutions, particularly the Lebanese Armed Forces, and establishing state authority across the country. He further stated, “We reiterate our full support for Lebanon and our solidarity with it.”
Egypt announced it had sent 1,000 tons of humanitarian aid to Lebanon, including medical supplies, food and essential goods. It was reported that Abdelati met with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and that a meeting with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam was planned.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, in his statement, emphasized that his country did not wish to become a battleground for others’ wars, saying,
“Lebanon does not wish to be a stage for wars taking place on its own soil.”
Aoun stated that Lebanon supports negotiations aimed at halting the attacks, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from occupied areas in the south, the disarmament of armed groups and the establishment of border security, but noted that Israel has not responded to these initiatives. He said Israel’s refusal to engage in negotiations has worsened the military situation and increased the hardships faced by the civilian population. President Aoun also stressed that the Lebanese people reject being drawn into internal conflict, and announced that the Lebanese Armed Forces and security agencies remain on high alert to ensure the safety of displaced persons and maintain social stability in the country.
The Lebanese Cabinet condemned Israel’s threats to occupy the area south of the Litani River and its attacks targeting infrastructure, announcing that it would file a formal complaint with the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). The cabinet meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, addressed the security situation and displacement crisis caused by Israeli attacks.
Following the meeting, Information Minister Paul Markus stated that Israel’s bombing of bridges, targeting of populated areas and forced displacement of civilians violated international law and the United Nations Charter. Markus affirmed that the Lebanese government would file a formal complaint with the UNSC against Israel’s violations and that Prime Minister Salam would establish direct contact with the United Nations Secretary-General. He also reported that patrols by the military and internal security forces had been intensified in Beirut to enhance security.
On 28 March 2026, southern Lebanon and the Dahiye district in southern Beirut were targeted by intense airstrikes and unmanned aerial vehicles of the Israeli military. Starting from nighttime, airstrikes were carried out on the villages of Ayn Kana, Kefer Sir, East Zavtar, Deyr Zehrani, Shamaa, Tayr Harfa, Hinniyye, Kefra, Yatir, Tayri, Shakra and Tulin.
Civil defense teams in Lebanon, 28 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
In the village of Hadasa, part of the Nabatieh governorate, a motorcycle was targeted, resulting in one person killed. In the attack on the village of Hinniyye, under the jurisdiction of Sur, five Syrians were killed and eight others injured. Additionally, a father and his son lost their lives after a vehicle traveling in the Uveynet area was fired upon.
As part of the attacks on the Dahiye district in southern Beirut, an apartment unit in the Canah neighborhood was targeted.
The Israeli military issued threats of attacks against the villages of Masuq, Burj Shamali, Rashidiyye, Deyr Kifa, Kakaiyyet Jisr, Wadi Chilo and Al-Bis in the vicinity of Sur.
In the village of Kefr Tebnit, under the Nabatieh governorate, an ambulance was targeted by an unmanned aerial vehicle, resulting in one medical worker killed and four injured. On the same day, in an attack on an ambulance transporting the wounded in the village of East Zavtar, five medical workers were killed.
Civil defense teams in Lebanon, 28 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
In the district of Cizzin, an attack on a vehicle resulted in three journalists killed. The victims were identified as Ali Shuayb, Fatma Fetuni and Muhammad Fetuni.
Lebanese President Joseph Awn condemned the attack, stating that targeting journalists constitutes a violation of international law and the laws of war. Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee claimed responsibility for the attack and asserted that one of the targeted individuals had links to Hezbollah.
According to statements by Hezbollah, Israeli soldiers and three Merkava tanks were targeted in the villages of Zarua, Hazzan, Taybe and Dibil. It was reported that Israeli settlements of Malikiye, Avivim and Shilomi were struck by rockets in attacks directed toward northern Israel.
Additionally, the Northern Command Headquarters and the Ya’ra Barracks were targeted by rockets and unmanned aerial vehicles. By the end of the day, Hezbollah announced it had carried out a total of 33 attacks against Israeli targets.
The Israeli military stated that nine of its soldiers were wounded in clashes with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, with two of them seriously injured. The same statement confirmed that two unmanned aerial vehicles launched by Hezbollah toward northern Israel had been intercepted.
The vehicle carrying three journalists killed in an Israeli airstrike on the Cizzin district of Lebanon, 28 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
The Lebanese Ministry of Agriculture announced that 22 percent of cultivated land in the country had been damaged due to Israeli attacks since 2 March. The ministry’s report stated that due to Israeli attacks sustained for approximately one month, the agricultural sector has suffered “unprecedented” damage. The report emphasized that 46,479 hectares of agricultural land, equivalent to approximately 22 percent of total cultivated areas in Lebanon, had been damaged by the attacks.
The report noted that the greatest damage to agricultural areas occurred in the southern and Nabatieh governorates, among Lebanon’s most important production centers, with 44,297 hectares affected in these two regions. It was recorded that fruit trees, olive groves, greenhouse production and small and medium-sized agricultural enterprises were severely impacted by the attacks.
The report, which included expert assessments, highlighted that widespread displacement directly threatens the continuity of production, and that disruption of the agricultural cycle and labor losses have increased the risk to food security in the country.
The report also drew attention to the fact that approximately 49 percent of beehives and 39 percent of fish production had been damaged, along with losses in livestock and poultry farming at varying rates.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the number of fatalities since the attacks began on 2 March had risen to 1,189, with the number of injured reaching 3,427. The statement noted that among the deceased were 124 children and 86 women.
It was also stated that 51 medical workers had been killed and 126 medical personnel injured in the attacks.
World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus reported that 51 medical workers were killed and seven injured in Lebanon during March due to Israeli attacks. Ghebreyesus made a post on his social media account regarding Israel’s attacks on Lebanon.
Ghebreyesus stated that another tragedy had unfolded in southern Lebanon, adding: “In five attacks targeting medical workers, nine health personnel lost their lives. This month, the number of medical workers killed rose to 51, and seven were injured.”
Ghebreyesus said March was “the second deadliest month for health workers in Lebanon since WHO began monitoring attacks on them in October 2023”.
Ghebreyesus noted that since the escalation of attacks in Lebanon on 2 March, more than 120 medical workers, mostly in the south, had been injured. He added: “Repeated attacks on health services are severely disrupting service delivery in southern Lebanon. Four hospitals and 51 primary health centers are currently closed, significantly limiting access to essential care at a time of greatest need. Many other health facilities have suffered partial damage and are operating at reduced capacity.”
Ghebreyesus emphasized that health workers are protected under international humanitarian law and must never be targeted, underscoring that “the only way to end these tragedies is to immediately halt attacks on health services.”
On the evening of 28 March, Iran and Hezbollah carried out a coordinated retaliation against Israeli territories in the south and north. Sirens were reported in the Necef and Celile regions of Israel due to missiles launched from Iran and rockets and unmanned aerial vehicles fired by Hezbollah. It was reported that Israeli air defense systems attempted to intercept these attacks.
On 29 March 2026, southern Lebanon, eastern regions and the Dahiye district in southern Beirut were targeted by Israeli military airstrikes. In an attack on the village of Deyr Zehrani, part of the Nabatieh governorate, seven people were killed and eight injured.
During the day’s attacks, the villages of Coya, Hinniyye, South Aba, Debal, Bebtuliyye, Deyr Kanun, Ras Ayn and Burj Kalawaya were targeted. Seven people were killed in Hinniyye, two in Coya, and three others injured. In an attack on a house in the village of South Aba, two people were killed, and significant damage occurred to nearby businesses.
Additionally, a house in the village of Hinniyye in Sur was bombed, and residential areas in the Riyhan area under the jurisdiction of the Cizzin district and in the village of Meshgara in the Bekaa Valley were targeted.
The village of Saksekiye in Lebanon targeted by Israeli strikes, 29 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
An unmanned aerial vehicle attacked the vicinity of Bint Jubayl Hospital, killing two medical workers. A health center in the village of Deyr Keyfa in the same area was also targeted.
World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus confirmed that an attack on an ambulance in Bint Jubayl resulted in the death of another medical worker and the destruction of a medical supply depot.
Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee claimed that Hezbollah uses ambulances for military purposes and issued a threat that health facilities and ambulances could be targeted.
It was reported that the Israeli military infiltrated from the Jabal al-Shaykh (Mount Hermon) region, under Israeli occupation in southern Syria, into the Shebaa Farms (Mount Dov) area in southeastern Lebanon to conduct a raid. The purpose of the raid was stated to be scouting the area, gathering intelligence and identifying Hezbollah infrastructure.
Additionally, the Israeli military conducted a nighttime raid on the village of Kefr Shuba, forcibly entering homes, breaking down doors to conduct searches, and damaging household belongings. It was reported that the Israeli military intensified ground operations along the Lebanese border and issued evacuation orders for certain areas.
The village of Saksekiye in Lebanon targeted by Israeli strikes, 29 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
Hezbollah announced it had carried out 15 attacks against Israeli military targets. In this context, Israeli soldiers and military vehicles were targeted in the villages of Bet Lif, Adise and Deyr Siryan. Israeli settlements of Shtula, Metula and Malikiye and military bases of Mahafa Alon and Berea were targeted. Additionally, the Regavim Base and the Air Shemer Base were struck by rocket attacks.
The Israeli military stated that the majority of Hezbollah’s rocket attacks targeted Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon, with only a limited number reaching Israeli interior regions.
In a Hezbollah rocket attack, one Israeli soldier was killed and three others wounded. The statement noted that the number of Israeli soldiers killed in operations in southern Lebanon had risen to five.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced he had ordered the military to expand its occupation in areas where civilians had been forcibly displaced in southern Lebanon. Netanyahu’s speech at the Israeli Northern Command was shared on his social media account. Netanyahu stated he had ordered the Israeli military to expand the occupation under the name of a “security zone” in southern Lebanon and asserted that Israel was determined to “fundamentally change” the situation in its north.
Netanyahu threatened that attacks in Lebanon would continue until objectives were achieved, stating they would act with force. In his speech, he claimed major successes against Iran, asserting that Iran and Hezbollah no longer possessed their former strength and acknowledged that Israel was the aggressor. Netanyahu noted that Israel had occupied the buffer zone in southern Syria and more than half of the Gaza Strip, and signaled that it was expanding its occupation in Lebanon.
The village of Saksekiye in Lebanon targeted by Israeli strikes, 29 March 2026 - (Anadolu Agency)
It was reported that the Israeli military targeted an area where units of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) were stationed. The area housing the Indonesian contingent in the village of Adshit al-Qusayr, under the jurisdiction of the Marjayoun district, was struck by artillery fire.
During the attacks on 29 March, the number of fatalities rose from nine to thirteen according to updated reports. Among the deceased were two medical workers.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that since the attacks began on 2 March, the number of fatalities had reached 1,238 and the number of injured had risen to 3,543. The statement noted that among the deceased were 124 children and 87 women. It was also reported that 52 medical workers had been killed and 127 medical personnel injured.
On 30 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted air strikes targeting various locations, including southern Lebanon, eastern Lebanon, and the Dahiya district south of the capital Beirut.
The Dahiya district south of Beirut, targeted by Israeli air strikes, 30 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
The Israeli military carried out an air strike on the village of Shakra, part of the town of Nabatieh, resulting in five people killed and two injured. It was reported that the strike targeted the residential area and that the incident was announced by Lebanon’s official news agency, NNA.
Other strikes conducted on the same day targeted areas with high civilian density. A marketplace in the district of Bint Jbeil was bombed, killing four people. On the same day, a house in the village of Shahibyeh, part of the town of Sur, was targeted, resulting in another four deaths. As a result of these strikes, at least eight people were killed in total.
The Israeli military conducted an air strike on the Dahiya district south of Beirut in the early hours of 30 March. Smoke was seen rising from the targeted locations following the strike. It was reported that the Israeli military had issued threats against the Dahiya district prior to the attack.
A second air strike against the Dahiya district was carried out later that day. According to a statement by the Lebanese Ministry of Health, one person was killed and 17 injured in the strike targeting the Rihab neighborhood. Among the injured were six Syrians and one Kenyan.
The Israeli military targeted a civilian defense center operated by the Islamic Health Organization, affiliated with Hezbollah, in the village of Mansouri. Injuries were reported and significant damage occurred in the area.
As part of the same wave of attacks, the villages of Haris, Yatir, and Aynata, as well as the district of Bint Jbeil, were bombed. It was reported that the Israeli military had threatened to target ambulances and medical facilities, claiming that Hezbollah was conducting military operations from within them.
The Israeli military conducted air strikes against the Bekaa region, which it had previously warned it would target. The area around the village of Suhmur and Suhmur Hill were bombed, and nearby areas of the village of Lebbaya were also targeted. It was reported that the road between the villages of Suhmur and Yuhmur was cut off as a result of the strikes.
The Israeli military reportedly issued warnings to residents of the villages of Zellaya, Lebbaya, Yuhmur, Suhmur, Kilya, and Dellafi, urging them to evacuate the area.
The Dahiya district south of Beirut, targeted by Israeli air strikes, 30 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
The Israeli military conducted an air strike on a Lebanese Army checkpoint located in the El-Amiriya area south of Sur. Initial reports indicated that several Lebanese soldiers were injured.
The El-Amiriya area, where the checkpoint is located, lies between the villages of Beyyada and Mansouriya, areas where the Israeli military has conducted intense attacks and clashes with Hezbollah.
In a subsequent statement by the Lebanese Army, it was confirmed that one Lebanese soldier was killed in the same strike. The statement also noted that other soldiers were injured. The strike was said to have targeted a military checkpoint on the Kalile-Sur road.
On 30 March, the Israeli military announced that six soldiers were wounded in ground clashes continuing in southern Lebanon, three of them seriously. The statement indicated that these injuries resulted from anti-tank missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) attacks launched by Hezbollah.
According to details, two soldiers were seriously wounded in an anti-tank missile attack, and three soldiers, one of them seriously, were wounded in a UAV attack. Additionally, one soldier was wounded in an incident described as an “operational accident”.
In another statement, the Israeli military announced that one Israeli soldier was killed in a Hezbollah anti-tank missile attack. The statement identified the deceased as 19-year-old Liran Ben Zion, and noted that an officer was seriously injured.
With this development, the number of Israeli soldiers killed in clashes in Lebanon since the start of ground operations on 16 March 2026 has risen to six.
In a statement by Hezbollah, it was reported that a total of 1,100 attacks have been carried out against Israel since 2 March 2026. The statement emphasized that attacks targeting Israeli military positions continue in southern Lebanon and northern Israel.
It was also reported that 70 attacks were launched against Israeli targets within a single day. The attacks were said to have been carried out using unmanned aerial vehicles and rockets directed at Israeli military sites.
Following simultaneous attacks by Iran and Hezbollah, smoke was seen rising over the area of Haifa in Israel where oil refineries and energy facilities are located. According to Israeli media reports, alarms were sounded in Haifa, as well as in the regions of Tiberias and Kishon.
It was also reported that rocket and missile fragments launched from Iran and Lebanon fell on at least ten locations in Haifa, Kiryat Shmona, and Binyamina.
In a statement issued on 30 March, Hezbollah reported that it had conducted attacks against Israeli military targets in northern Israel and north of Tel Aviv. The statement indicated that the Gilot Military Base was targeted with numerous missiles and that an attack was carried out on the naval base in Haifa.
In addition, the settlements of Metula, Avivim, Kiryat Shmona, Malikiye, Dovev, and Shomera, as well as the Mishmar Carmel air defense system, were targeted. Rocket attacks were also carried out against the Gagar area in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.
The statement further noted that clashes continued with Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon and that Israeli units in the villages of Hiyyam and Adise were targeted with rockets.
In a later statement on the same day, Hezbollah reported that a total of 40 attacks were carried out against Israeli military targets in southern Lebanon and northern Israel.
The statement indicated that Israeli soldiers, military vehicles, and military zones were targeted with rockets, artillery fire, and UAVs. It also noted that Israeli soldiers and vehicles in numerous villages including Beyyada, Nakura, Ayterun, Aynata, Beyt Lif, Yarun, Kantara, Deyr Siryan, and Taybe were targeted.
In northern Israel, the settlements of Nehariye, Yiron, and Kiryat Shmona, as well as the Krayot and Filon Base north of Haifa, were targeted.
Israel’s expansion of its occupation in southern Lebanon and continuation of its attacks on 30 March 2026 became a subject of statements by international actors and the Lebanese government.
Britain’s Minister of State for the Middle East, Hamish Falconer, responded to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s order to expand Israel’s occupation in southern Lebanon, expressing “deep concern”. Falconer pointed to Israel’s intention to expand its ground operations in Lebanon, where over one million people have been forcibly displaced, and stated that “Israel must prevent further escalation of the conflict and refrain from any action aimed at occupying Lebanese territory.” Falconer also criticized Israel’s blocking of access to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in East Jerusalem and emphasized that the right to worship is a fundamental freedom, urging Israel to cooperate with religious communities to facilitate worship in accordance with the status quo.
The European Union (EU) also issued a statement regarding Israel’s military activities in Lebanon. EU Foreign Relations Spokesperson Anouar El Anouni stated that Israel must immediately halt its military operations in southern Lebanon and emphasized that “Israel must cease its military operations in Lebanon.” The statement called on Israel to respect Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and urged all parties to fully implement the ceasefire terms and United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701. The situation on the ground was described as having reached “serious humanitarian dimensions”, and it was stressed that actions that increase displacement must be avoided.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun also assessed the situation in southern Lebanon. Aoun pointed to Israel’s attacks and violations against Lebanon and stated that “The situation in the south is tragic due to Israel’s grave violations and its disregard for negotiation efforts.” He affirmed that there is no threat to internal peace in Lebanon and that security institutions are taking steps to ensure internal security. Aoun emphasized that there is no possibility of civil war in Lebanon, declared that attempts to disrupt public order would fail, and reported that international contacts are ongoing to initiate negotiations with Israel.
According to a statement by the Lebanese Ministry of Health on 30 March 2026, the number of people killed in Israeli attacks since 2 March 2026 has risen to 1,247. The statement noted that the death toll increased by nine people in the past 24 hours.
During the same period, the number of injured reached 3,680. According to the data, among those killed were 124 children and 87 women. Additionally, it was reported that 52 healthcare workers were killed and 128 healthcare personnel were injured in the attacks.
On 30 March 2026, elements of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) stationed in southern Lebanon became targets of various attacks and incidents, triggering widespread international reactions.
In a statement by UNIFIL, it was reported that ammunition struck a position near the village of Adshit al-Qusayr. As a result of the incident, one peacekeeper was killed and another was seriously injured.
The statement noted that it is unknown who fired the ammunition and that an investigation has been launched. It was also reported that the attack targeted the area where the Indonesian contingent of UNIFIL is stationed.
During the day, it was reported that a UNIFIL unit was targeted again on the road between the villages of Beni Hayyan and Tuluse in southeastern Lebanon. Following the attack, a helicopter was dispatched to the area to evacuate the wounded.
Later that day, UNIFIL announced that a blast near the village of Beni Hayyan resulted in two more peacekeepers being killed. Two other peacekeepers were also injured in the incident. With this development, the number of UNIFIL peacekeepers killed within 24 hours rose to three.
Antonio Guterres stated that he strongly condemned the killing of the Indonesian peacekeeper serving with UNIFIL. Guterres noted that the incident was one of the latest events endangering the safety of peacekeeping personnel and called for adherence to international legal obligations.
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in its statement, demanded a comprehensive and transparent investigation into the incident and emphasized that attacks on peacekeeping personnel are unacceptable.
Belgium’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Maxime Prevot, strongly condemned the killing of the UNIFIL peacekeeper and stated that the attack could constitute a serious violation of international law.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez characterized the attack as “a crossing of a new red line” and called for clarification of the origin of the projectile.
Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin and relevant ministers condemned attacks on peacekeepers and called on all parties to refrain from actions that harm UNIFIL.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the attack on the UNIFIL peacekeeper and emphasized that the safety of peacekeeping personnel must be guaranteed. The Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs also declared that attacks on UNIFIL are unacceptable.
Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Mao Ning strongly condemned the attack on UNIFIL, stating that such actions violate international humanitarian law and UN Security Council Resolution 1701.
Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert stated in her remarks that the humanitarian impact of the conflict in Lebanon has reached catastrophic proportions. She emphasized that some areas of the country have been reduced to rubble and that an immediate ceasefire is urgently needed to halt the destruction.
On 31 March, the Indonesian government confirmed that two additional peacekeepers serving with UNIFIL were killed. Thus, the number of Indonesian peacekeepers killed while on duty in Lebanon has risen to three. The statement noted that two other peacekeepers were seriously injured and are receiving treatment at a medical facility in Beirut.
The Israeli military claimed that an investigation is underway into the incidents resulting in the deaths of UNIFIL peacekeepers. It stated that the circumstances surrounding the events of the past two days are being clarified and that it is investigating whether the attacks originated from Hezbollah or Israeli operations. The Israeli military further asserted that UNIFIL, the Lebanese Army, or civilians were not targeted and that all attacks were directed solely against Hezbollah.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun sent a message of condolences to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. The statement noted that the fallen soldiers were serving for peace and stability and that this loss is significant for the international community as well.
Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto characterized the killing of UNIFIL peacekeepers as “unacceptable”. Crosetto stated that the incident was an attack targeting the international community and emphasized the role of UN peacekeeping forces.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot described the attacks as “unjust and unacceptable” and called for an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council. He also stated that actions against UNIFIL personnel cannot be justified.
The EU condemned the killing and injuring of UNIFIL peacekeepers and emphasized that the attacks constitute a serious violation of international law. EU officials called for a comprehensive investigation and reaffirmed their support for UNIFIL.
Germany strongly condemned the attacks and emphasized that UN peacekeeping personnel must be protected under international law. It also called on all parties to observe a ceasefire and comply with UN Security Council Resolution 1701.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the attacks that resulted in the deaths of three Indonesian UNIFIL peacekeepers and stated that these acts constitute a serious violation of international law. The statement emphasized that those responsible must be held accountable before justice.
In nighttime attacks by the Israeli military, the villages of Deyr Kifa, Kefre, Aba, Duveyr, Jibshit, Mecdel Zun, and Kalile were targeted. Initial assessments indicate that five people were killed.
In Aba, one person was killed when a house was targeted; in the Kasimiya area of Sur, two people were killed when a vehicle was struck; and in the attack on Deyr Kifa, two people were killed. As attacks continued throughout the day, the death toll rose to seven. In this context, two people were killed and three injured in an attack on the Sarifa village of Sur. Additionally, the village of Western Zavter was targeted by air strikes.
As the intensity of the attacks increased later in the day, the total death toll rose to 11 and 32 people were injured. In the village of Neccariya, part of the town of Sayda, a house was bombed, killing five people. In the village of Sarifa, attached to Sur, three people were killed and 19 injured.
In the attack on the village of Jibshit in the Nabatieh region, Ekrem al-Ibrahim and his pregnant wife, Ala Naimi, were killed. In the village of Kefra, a gathering point of the Er-Risale First Aid Association was targeted, resulting in the death of one healthcare worker and injuries to 13 others.
The Israeli military conducted an air strike on the Dahiya district south of Beirut. A “evacuation and attack” warning was issued prior to the strike, and intense explosion sounds were heard and smoke rose after the strike.
On the same day, a building in the Gubeyri neighborhood of Dahiya was completely destroyed after being targeted. It was noted that the targeted building was located on the airport road, in an area with high population density. It was also reported that Israeli unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) conducted low-altitude flights over Beirut throughout the day.
Additionally, the Israeli military targeted a building in the vicinity of Mansouriyya and Mar Roukoz northeast of Beirut. After the strike, intense smoke was observed rising from the targeted location.
In a statement by the Israeli military, it was claimed that senior commanders coordinating between Hezbollah and Palestinian groups in Beirut were targeted. The statement alleged that Hamza Ibrahim Rakin and another senior figure were killed.
These individuals were alleged to have facilitated communication between Hezbollah and Palestinian movements operating in Lebanon, Gaza, Syria, and the West Bank. The Israeli military also claimed that Hezbollah command centers in Beirut and southern Lebanon were targeted.
On 31 March, the Israeli military announced that four soldiers were killed in clashes with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. The statement indicated that three of the deceased were members of the Nahal Brigade.
In the same clashes, three soldiers were wounded, one of them seriously. According to Israeli media reports, the clashes occurred at close range. With this development, the number of Israeli soldiers killed in clashes with Hezbollah in Lebanon has risen to ten.
In another statement later in the day, it was reported that four soldiers were wounded in clashes in southern Lebanon. The statement indicated that one soldier was wounded by shrapnel from a Hezbollah rocket attack. Additionally, three reserve soldiers sustained minor injuries when an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) fell near the location where Israeli soldiers were stationed.
In a statement issued by Hezbollah on 31 March, it was reported that a total of 35 attacks were launched against Israeli targets. These attacks were carried out simultaneously in southern Lebanon and northern Israel. The statement noted that numerous Merkava tanks and Israeli military vehicles were targeted, and that the attacks were conducted using various types of munitions and systems.
According to Israeli media reports, on 31 March Hezbollah fired 45 rockets from southern Lebanon toward northern Israel. The Israeli military detected these rocket launches and reported that alarms were sounded in the settlements of Yara, Hanita, Biera, and Shlomi, as well as in the western Kishon region. It was reported that the majority of the rockets and UAVs were intercepted by air defense systems, while some landed in open areas. As a result of the attacks, three people sustained minor injuries in the western Kishon region.
Hezbollah reported that Israeli soldiers and military vehicles were targeted in the villages of Nakura, Deyr Siryan, Rashaf, Yarun, Kantara, Taybe, and Aynata in southern Lebanon. It also stated that an attack was carried out on an Israeli military convoy in Tel Avida and that an ambush with explosives was set against Israeli units in the Beyt Lif region. These attacks, it was claimed, targeted numerous Israeli soldiers, including a senior commander.
In its statement, Hezbollah indicated that Israeli military positions in northern Israel were also targeted. These included:
Other targeted locations included the Tefen Base in Acre, as well as the settlements of Nehariye, Zarit, Shlomi, Malikiye, and Shomera.
Hezbollah announced that it had targeted the Israeli settlements of Nasharim, Maalot Tarshisha, Metula, Avivim, and Krayot in northern Israel. It was also stated that military and residential areas north of Haifa were targeted in these attacks.
In a joint statement by the foreign ministers of Belgium, France, Greece, Italy, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Cyprus, along with the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, it was stated that support is being provided to the Lebanese government and people.
The statement noted that Lebanon is suffering the consequences of a war it did not choose and expressed solidarity with civilians affected by the conflict in both Lebanon and Israel. The joint statement included the following: “It was stated that responsibility for the current situation lies with Hezbollah, and Hezbollah’s attacks on Israel, carried out in support of Iran, were strongly condemned and must cease immediately.”
The statement further emphasized that preventing further escalation involving Iran is a priority and called for the immediate initiation of direct political negotiations between Lebanon and Israel.
The statement emphasized the need to strengthen Lebanese state institutions and noted the following:
The following calls were made to all parties:
The statement expressed concern that over one million people in Lebanon have been displaced and strongly condemned attacks on UNIFIL personnel.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made statements regarding Israel’s ground operations in southern Lebanon. Carney stated: “Canada strongly condemns the occupation of southwestern Lebanon. This is an illegal occupation and a violation of their territorial sovereignty.”
Carney further stated: “Therefore, according to Canada, a ceasefire is necessary for all practical reasons. Do these reasons legitimize Israel’s military intervention? No, it is not legal.”
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) convened an emergency meeting at the request of France and Indonesia to address developments in Lebanon.
France’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Jérôme Bonnafont, stated: “This situation cannot continue. This Council must do more than condemn; it must act to ensure such actions are never repeated.” Russia’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, stated: “I would like to remind you that the root cause of the escalation in the Lebanon-Israel conflict is the aggressive stance of the United States and Israel toward Iran, which has triggered a wider collapse of fragile stability in the Middle East.”
China’s representative Sun Lei stated: “Lebanon must not become another Gaza, and the international community must never allow the tragedy of Gaza to be repeated.” The United States’ Permanent Representative to the UN, Mike Waltz, stated: “UN peacekeeping forces sent to conflict zones are often caught off guard by the very real dangers they face.”
Lebanon’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ahmed Arafa, stated: “The Lebanese people did not choose this war. This war was imposed on them. Israel has never respected the ceasefire agreement and continues to violate Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity with deliberate attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure.”
Indonesia’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Umar Hadi, stated: “We cannot accept the killing of peacekeepers in this manner. This is a great loss for Indonesia, for the UN, and for every community that sees peacekeepers as symbols of hope and peace. Let me be clear: we are not asking for excuses from Israel; we are demanding a UN investigation.”
In a statement by Yisrael Katz, it was stated that Israel’s ground operations in southern Lebanon will continue and that the region will be kept under control. Katz stated that Israeli forces will control the line extending to the Litani River and establish a permanent military presence in this area.
The statement also indicated that settlements along the border will be targeted and that civilian structures in the region will be destroyed. Katz stated that tens of thousands of people displaced from southern Lebanon will not be allowed to return and asserted that the destruction model applied in Gaza will be replicated in this region.
Nevvaf Selam made statements regarding Israel targeting healthcare workers in southern Lebanon. During a discussion with World Health Organization officials, Selam stated: “Israel’s targeting of ambulances and healthcare workers in the south constitutes a war crime. Similarly, attacks on journalists and civilians fall within this category.”
It was reported that 52 healthcare workers have been killed in attacks since 2 March.
In a statement by the Lebanese Ministry of Health on 31 March 2026, it was reported that since 2 March, the number of people killed in ongoing attacks has risen to 1,268, and the number of injured has reached 3,750. Among those killed were 125 children and 88 women. The same statement noted that attacks on healthcare personnel continue and that 128 healthcare workers have been injured.
As part of a support program led by France, 39 armored personnel carriers were gifted to the Lebanese Army. The handover ceremony took place at the Port of Beirut, attended by military officials from both countries. French officials highlighted the role of the Lebanese Army in maintaining internal stability amid the current crisis and affirmed that military support will continue.
Michel Menassa responded to statements by Israel’s Defense Minister. Menassa stated that these statements aim to impose a new occupation on Lebanese territory and target Lebanon’s sovereignty. In his statement, Menassa said: “The rhetoric of preventing the return of Lebanese citizens to their land and replicating the ‘Gaza model’ in southern Lebanon is a barbaric crime that Lebanon will never accept.” He also warned that Israel’s plans to establish a buffer zone and advance to the Litani River could further escalate tensions in the region. Menassa called on the international community to adopt a clearer stance against Israel’s threats.
The Israeli military launched three consecutive attacks on the Dahieh district, located south of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, during the early hours of 1 April 2026. The strikes targeted the Cinah area of Dahieh. During the attacks, loud explosion sounds were heard across Beirut and its surroundings. The Lebanese news agency NNA reported that the attacks were carried out by Israeli naval vessels.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health stated in its initial assessment that five people were killed and 21 injured in the attacks. Subsequent updates indicated that the death toll rose to seven and the number of injured increased to 26. Multiple vehicles were targeted in the strikes.
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Later that night, another air strike was conducted on the Dahieh district by Israeli warplanes. After the strike, plumes of smoke were observed rising from the area.
In the afternoon, Israel claimed that Hajj Yusuf Ismail Hashim, identified as the southern front commander of Hezbollah, was killed in the attacks on Beirut. Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Avichay Adraee stated that Hashim was responsible for planning attacks against Israel and overseeing clashes in southern Lebanon. The statement further asserted that the individual played a role in managing rocket and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) attacks and coordinated Hezbollah’s reorganization efforts.
On the same day, a vehicle in the Halde village in southern Beirut was targeted by a UAV. Two people inside the vehicle were killed. Significant damage was inflicted on nearby vehicles and businesses. An unexploded ordnance was detected at the site, and engineering units of the Lebanese Armed Forces were dispatched to the location.
The Israeli military conducted numerous airstrikes and artillery strikes on multiple villages in southern and eastern Lebanon on 1 April 2026. According to Lebanon’s official agency NNA, the attacks intensified throughout the day across various regions.
In the early hours, an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) targeted a car and minibus on the Marub road near the village of Derdagya, attached to the city of Sur. Casualties were reported in the strike. During the same period, Israeli warplanes were reported conducting intensive flight operations over the city of Sur.
Israeli warplanes bombed the villages of Kefra, Hanin, Ramadiyye, Lower Homin, Nenafol, Mervaniyye, Duveyr, Haurf, Sharqiyye and Sureyfe in southern Lebanon. Additionally, four separate airstrikes were carried out on the village of Suhmur in the Bekaa region of eastern Lebanon.
Meanwhile, Israeli artillery units targeted the areas around the villages of Marun Ras, Kalile, Hanniye and Mansuri from nightfall onwards. Artillery fire along the Beyyade-Nakura line was reported to continue throughout the night.
During the day, Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Avichay Adraee announced that an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) was shot down by a ground-to-air missile launched from southern Lebanon.
At midday, Israeli warplanes targeted a house in the village of Humin, attached to the Nabatieh governorate. Four members of the same family were killed, three of them women. Later in the day, a motorcycle in the village of Mansuriyye, attached to Sur, was targeted in an airstrike. Two people were killed in the attack.
In the evening, new attacks were carried out against multiple locations in southern Lebanon. In the strike on the village of Ramadiyye, attached to Sur, five people were killed and three injured. Two people died when a vehicle in the village of Bint Cubeyl, attached to Nabatieh, was targeted. Additionally, a house in the eastern Zavter village of Nabatieh was bombed, killing one person and completely destroying the structure.
As a result of these attacks, at least eight people were reported killed in strikes targeting southern Lebanon on 1 April 2026.
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The Lebanese Armed Forces announced on 1 April 2026 that they had repositioned their positions in several southern villages near the Israeli border. The statement noted that the Israeli military had intensified its attacks around villages along the border in southern Lebanon.
The Lebanese Armed Forces stated that due to the intensification of Israeli attacks, areas where Lebanese units were stationed had become encircled, isolated, and cut off from supply lines. In response, military positions in certain southern villages were reorganized.
The statement further indicated that at least one military unit would remain stationed in the affected villages to support the civilian population. Israel’s failure to distinguish between civilian and military targets was emphasized.
The Lebanese Armed Forces issued a warning regarding inflammatory statements made against the military by certain media outlets and social media platforms. It was noted that such rhetoric could exacerbate tensions within the country. The statement affirmed that the military was continuing its duties under heavy pressure and difficult conditions using all available resources.
The statement also noted that Israel had not withdrawn from territories it had occupied despite prior ceasefire agreements and had intensified its ground operations in southern Lebanon. This situation, it was stated, had heightened security concerns in the region.
Hezbollah announced on 1 April 2026 that it had conducted multiple attacks on numerous Israeli military positions in northern Israel. In a statement posted on its Telegram account, it was reported that a total of 15 attacks were carried out during the night against Israeli military targets using rockets, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and artillery fire.
The statement indicated that clashes occurred between Hezbollah elements and Israeli soldiers in the village of Shema in southern Lebanon. It was also reported that Israeli soldiers and military vehicles were targeted in the Tel Avida areas of Kantara, Deyr Siryan, Taybe and Adise villages.
Hezbollah’s statement confirmed that attacks against northern Israel continued and that the Yodefat military industrial facility in Haifa had been struck by rockets. Additionally, attacks were launched against the Mahanim Base in Safed, the Amiad Base near Lake Tiberias, the Meron Air Force Base, and the settlements of Kiryat Shmona and Misgav Am.
During the day, it was reported that a rocket fired by Hezbollah directly hit a building in Kiryat Shmona in northern Israel. It was noted that Israel’s air defense systems failed to intercept the rocket. As a result of the impact, one person sustained minor injuries. During the attack, alarms were activated in Kiryat Shmona, Metula, Tiberias and Nehariya.
In the final hours of the day, Hezbollah announced that it had conducted a total of 54 attacks against Israeli military targets and positions in northern Israel. The statement confirmed that rockets and UAVs were used in these strikes.
Among the targets in southern Lebanon near the Israeli border were the villages of Rabbu Selasin, Adise, Merkeba, Kantara, Yarun, Cuviyye, Kavzeh, Ayterun, Bafalay, Beyyada and Deyr Siryan, where Israeli soldiers and military vehicles were targeted. Additionally, it was reported that an Israeli Hermes-450 UAV and Merkava tanks were struck in the village of Aynata.
Hezbollah’s statement indicated that settlements in northern Israel including Malikiye, Maayan Baruch, Nehariya, Kabri, Avivim, Kiryat Shmona, Ramot Naftali, Shomera, Yuval, Giladi, Metula and Misgav Am were targeted. It also stated that attacks were carried out against the Nimra Base in northern Israel and the el-Alika Barracks located in the occupied Golan Heights.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced on 1 April 2026 that the number of people killed in Israeli attacks since 2 March 2026 had increased by 50 in the past 24 hours to reach 1,318. The ministry also stated that the number of injured had reached 3,935.
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According to data released by the ministry, 125 children and 91 women were among those killed. Additionally, 53 healthcare workers were killed and 137 healthcare personnel injured in Israeli attacks.
Meanwhile, the United Nations (UN) announced that an investigation was ongoing into the deaths of three soldiers serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in southern Lebanon.
UN Secretary-General’s Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric stated that the attacks were unacceptable and that those responsible must be held fully accountable. Dujarric noted that technical teams had examined physical evidence at the site and were investigating all circumstances surrounding the attacks.
The statement also indicated that UN personnel had sometimes been unable to reach the attack sites promptly due to security conditions on the ground and disagreements between the parties, causing delays in the investigation. The United Nations emphasized that attacks against UN peacekeeping personnel could constitute war crimes under international law.
The Israeli military’s attacks on Lebanon, which began on 2 March 2026, marked the end of their first month on 1 April 2026. During this period, intense aerial, ground and naval strikes were conducted across various regions of the country, with the capital Beirut among the primary targets.
According to data from the Lebanese Ministry of Health, between 2 March and 1 April, at least 1,318 people were killed and 3,935 injured. Among the deceased were 125 children, 91 women, at least 53 healthcare workers and four journalists.
Israel’s intensive attacks and evacuation warnings, particularly against southern Lebanon and Beirut’s Dahieh district, triggered a large-scale displacement crisis. According to Lebanese government data, more than 1,162,000 people were forced to abandon their homes.
Some of the displaced have been relocated to temporary shelters established in Beirut and northern regions. Approximately 136,000 people have been housed in 669 shelters opened by the government.
Additionally, according to data from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), over 200,000 people fled Lebanon for Syria between 2 and 27 March.
Israeli military strikes have been concentrated particularly in the southern Lebanese cities of Saida, Sur and Nabatieh, and in Beirut’s Dahieh district. It was reported that settlements in these areas have been targeted at frequent intervals, with the Dahieh district subjected to aerial attacks nearly every day.
The Israeli military launched ground operations into southern Lebanon on 16 March 2026. During this period, clashes were reported between Israeli soldiers and Hezbollah elements along the border.
The area south of the Litani River became one of the focal points of the attacks. The Israeli military is reported to have aimed to take control of and permanently hold this region. As part of this effort, many bridges over the river were bombed.
Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz stated that the Israeli military would remain stationed in southern Lebanon and would control the territory up to the Litani River. It was also reported that Katz stated no return would be permitted for the more than 600,000 people displaced from the region.
Hezbollah has targeted both Israeli soldiers who entered Lebanese territory and military objectives in northern Israel in response to Israeli attacks. According to statements, Israeli soldiers, tanks and military bases have been struck using rockets and UAVs.
On 30 March 2026, Hezbollah announced in a statement that it had conducted a total of 1,100 attacks against Israel since 2 March.
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), stationed in southern Lebanon, has also been affected by the attacks. Three Indonesian peacekeeping soldiers were killed and three others injured in two separate attacks on 29–30 March.
The Lebanese leadership and international actors have engaged in diplomatic efforts to halt the attacks and achieve a ceasefire. However, despite calls for a ceasefire and negotiations by President Joseph Aoun, no concrete outcome has been achieved. The Lebanese government announced that it had banned Hezbollah’s military activities within the country.
On 30 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted air strikes targeting various locations, including southern Lebanon, eastern Lebanon, and the Dahieh district south of the capital Beirut.
The Dahieh district south of Beirut, targeted by Israeli air strikes, 30 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
The Israeli military carried out an air strike on the village of Shakra, part of the town of Nabatieh, resulting in five people killed and two injured. It was reported that the strike targeted the residential area and that the incident was announced by Lebanon’s official news agency, NNA.
Other strikes conducted during the day targeted areas with high civilian density. A market in the district of Bint Jbeil was bombed, killing four people. On the same day, four more people lost their lives when a house in the village of Shahibyeh, part of the town of Sur, was targeted. As a result of these attacks, at least eight people were killed in total.
The Israeli military conducted an air strike on the Dahieh district south of Beirut in the early hours of 30 March. Smoke was seen rising from the targeted locations following the strike. It was reported that the Israeli military had issued threats against the Dahieh district prior to the attack.
A second air strike against the Dahieh district was carried out later that day. According to a statement by the Lebanese Ministry of Health, one person was killed and 17 injured in the strike targeting the Rihab neighborhood. Among the injured were six Syrians and one Kenyan.
The Israeli military targeted a civilian defense center operated by the Islamic Health Organization, affiliated with Hezbollah, in the village of Mansouri. Injuries were reported and significant damage occurred in the area.
As part of the same wave of attacks, the villages of Haris, Yatir, and Aynata, as well as the district of Bint Jbeil, were bombed. It was reported that the Israeli military had threatened to target ambulances and medical facilities, claiming that Hezbollah was conducting military operations in these areas.
The Israeli military conducted air strikes on the Bekaa region, which it had previously warned it would target. The area around the village of Suhmur and Suhmur Hill were bombed, and nearby areas of the village of Lebbaya were also targeted. It was reported that the road between Suhmur and Yuhmur villages was cut off as a result of the strikes.
The Israeli military reportedly issued threats against the villages of Zellaya, Lebbaya, Yuhmur, Suhmur, Kilya, and Dellafi, urging residents to evacuate the area.
The Dahieh district south of Beirut, targeted by Israeli air strikes, 30 March 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
The Israeli military conducted an air strike on a Lebanese Army checkpoint located in the El-Amiriya region south of Sur. Initial reports indicated that several Lebanese soldiers were injured.
The El-Amiriya region, where the checkpoint is located, lies between the villages of Beyyada and Mansouriye, areas where the Israeli military has carried out intense attacks and clashes with Hezbollah.
In a subsequent statement by the Lebanese Army, it was confirmed that one Lebanese soldier was killed in the same strike. The statement also noted that other soldiers were wounded. The strike was said to have targeted a military checkpoint along the Kalile-Sur road.
On 30 March, the Israeli military announced that six soldiers were wounded in ground clashes in southern Lebanon, three of them seriously. The statement indicated that these injuries resulted from anti-tank missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) attacks launched by Hezbollah.
According to details, two soldiers were seriously wounded in an anti-tank missile attack, and three soldiers, one of them seriously, were injured in a UAV attack. Additionally, one soldier was wounded in an incident described as an “operational accident”.
In another statement, the Israeli military announced that one Israeli soldier was killed in an anti-tank missile attack by Hezbollah. The statement identified the deceased as 19-year-old Liran Ben Zion, and noted that an officer was seriously wounded.
With this development, the number of Israeli soldiers killed in clashes in Lebanon since the start of ground operations on 16 March 2026 has risen to six.
In a statement by Hezbollah, it was reported that a total of 1,100 attacks have been launched against Israel since 2 March 2026. The statement indicated that attacks targeting Israeli military positions continue in southern Lebanon and northern Israel.
It was also reported that 70 attacks were carried out against Israeli targets within a single day. The attacks were said to have been conducted using unmanned aerial vehicles and rockets directed at Israeli military sites.
Following simultaneous missile launches by Iran and Hezbollah, smoke was seen rising over the area of Haifa in Israel containing oil refineries and energy facilities. According to Israeli media, alarms sounded in Haifa as well as in the regions of Tiberias and Celile.
It was also reported that rocket and missile fragments from Iran and Lebanon fell on at least 10 locations in Haifa, Kiryat Shmona, and Binyamina.
In a statement issued on 30 March, Hezbollah reported that it had launched attacks against Israeli military targets in northern Israel, including areas north of Tel Aviv. The statement indicated that the Gilot Military Base was targeted with numerous missiles and that an attack was carried out on the naval base in Haifa.
In addition, the settlements of Metula, Avivim, Kiryat Shmona, Malikiye, Dovev, and Shomera, as well as the Mishmar Carmel air defense system, were targeted. It was also reported that rocket attacks were launched against the Gagar area in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.
The statement further noted that clashes continued with Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon and that Israeli units in the villages of Hiyyam and Adise were targeted with rockets.
In a later statement on the same day, Hezbollah reported that a total of 40 attacks were launched against Israeli military targets in southern Lebanon and northern Israel.
The statement indicated that Israeli soldiers, military vehicles, and military zones were targeted with rockets, artillery fire, and UAVs. It was also reported that Israeli soldiers and vehicles were targeted in numerous villages including Beyyada, Nakura, Ayterun, Aynata, Beyt Lif, Yarun, Kantara, Deyr Siryan, and Taybe.
In northern Israel, the settlements of Nehariye, Yiron, and Kiryat Shmona, as well as the Krayot and Filon Base north of Haifa, were targeted.
Israel’s expansion of its occupation in southern Lebanon and continuation of its attacks on 30 March 2026 became a focus of statements by international actors and the Lebanese government.
Britain’s Minister of State for the Middle East, Hamish Falconer, responded to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s order to expand the occupation in southern Lebanon, expressing “deep concern”. Falconer pointed to Israel’s intention to expand its ground operations in Lebanon, where more than one million people have been forcibly displaced, and stated that “Israel must prevent further escalation of the conflict and refrain from any action aimed at occupying Lebanese territory.” Falconer also criticized Israel’s police blocking access to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in East Jerusalem, emphasizing that the right to worship is a fundamental freedom, and urged “Israel to cooperate with religious communities to facilitate worship in accordance with the status quo.”
The European Union (EU) also issued a statement regarding Israel’s military activities in Lebanon. EU Foreign Spokesperson Anouar El Anouni stated that Israel must immediately halt its military operations in southern Lebanon and emphasized that “Israel must halt its military operations in Lebanon.” The statement called on Israel to respect Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and urged all parties to fully implement the ceasefire terms and United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701. The situation on the ground was described as having reached “serious humanitarian dimensions”, and it was stressed that actions that increase displacement must be avoided.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun also assessed the situation in southern Lebanon. Aoun pointed to Israel’s attacks and violations, stating that “The situation in the south is tragic due to Israel’s grave violations and its disregard for negotiation efforts.” He affirmed that there is no threat to internal peace in Lebanon and that security institutions are taking steps to ensure internal safety. Aoun emphasized that there is no possibility of civil war in Lebanon, declared that attempts to disrupt public order would fail, and reported that international contacts are ongoing to initiate negotiations with Israel.
According to a statement by the Lebanese Ministry of Health on 30 March 2026, the number of people killed in Israeli attacks since 2 March 2026 has risen to 1,247. The statement noted that the death toll increased by nine people in the past 24 hours.
During the same period, the number of injured reached 3,680. According to the data, among the deceased are 124 children and 87 women. Additionally, it was reported that 52 healthcare workers were killed and 128 healthcare personnel were injured in the attacks.
On 30 March 2026, units of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) stationed in southern Lebanon became targets of various attacks and incidents, triggering widespread international reactions.
In a statement by UNIFIL, it was reported that ammunition struck a position near the village of Adshit al-Qusayr. As a result, one peacekeeping soldier was killed and another was seriously injured.
The statement noted that it is unknown who fired the ammunition and that an investigation has been launched. It was also reported that the attack targeted the area where the Indonesian contingent of UNIFIL is stationed.
During the day, it was reported that a UNIFIL unit was targeted again on the road between the villages of Beni Hayyan and Tuluse in southeastern Lebanon. After the attack, a helicopter was dispatched to the area to evacuate the injured.
Later that day, UNIFIL announced that two more peacekeeping soldiers were killed in an explosion near the village of Beni Hayyan. Two other soldiers were also injured in the incident. With this development, the number of UNIFIL soldiers killed within 24 hours rose to three.
Antonio Guterres stated that he strongly condemned the killing of the Indonesian peacekeeping soldier. Guterres noted that the incident was one of the latest events endangering the safety of peacekeeping personnel and called for adherence to international legal obligations.
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in its statement, demanded a comprehensive and transparent investigation into the incident and emphasized that attacks on peacekeeping personnel are unacceptable.
Belgium’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Maxime Prevot, strongly condemned the killing of the UNIFIL soldier and stated that the attack could constitute a serious violation of international law.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez described the attack as “a crossing of a new red line” and called for clarification of the origin of the projectile.
Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin and relevant ministers condemned attacks on peacekeeping forces and called on all parties to refrain from actions that harm UNIFIL.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the attack on the UNIFIL soldier and emphasized that the safety of peacekeeping personnel must be guaranteed. The Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs also declared that attacks on UNIFIL are unacceptable.
Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Mao Ning strongly condemned the attack on UNIFIL, stating that such actions violate international humanitarian law and UN Security Council Resolution 1701.
Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert stated in her remarks that the humanitarian impact of the conflict in Lebanon has reached catastrophic proportions. She emphasized that some areas of the country have been reduced to rubble and that an urgent ceasefire is required to halt the destruction.
On 31 March, the Indonesian government confirmed that two additional UNIFIL soldiers were killed. Thus, the number of Indonesian soldiers killed while serving with UNIFIL in Lebanon has risen to three. The statement noted that two soldiers were seriously injured and are receiving treatment at a medical facility in Beirut.
The Israeli military claimed that an investigation is underway into the incidents involving the deaths of UNIFIL soldiers. It stated that the circumstances surrounding the events of the past two days are being clarified and that it is investigating whether the attacks originated from Hezbollah or Israeli operations. The Israeli military further asserted that UNIFIL, the Lebanese Army, and civilians were not targeted and that all attacks were directed solely against Hezbollah.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun sent a message of condolences to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. The statement noted that the fallen soldiers were serving for peace and stability and that this loss is significant for the international community as well.
Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto described the killing of UNIFIL soldiers as “unacceptable”. Crosetto stated that the incident was an attack targeting the international community and emphasized the role of UN peacekeeping forces.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot labeled the attacks as “unjust and unacceptable” and called for an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council. He also stated that actions against UNIFIL personnel cannot be justified.
The EU condemned the killing and wounding of UNIFIL soldiers, emphasizing that the attacks constitute a serious violation of international law. EU officials called for a comprehensive investigation and reaffirmed their support for UNIFIL.
Germany strongly condemned the attacks and emphasized that UN peacekeeping personnel must be protected under international law. It also called on all parties to observe a ceasefire and comply with UN Security Council Resolution 1701.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the attacks that killed three Indonesian UNIFIL soldiers and stated that these acts constitute a serious violation of international law. The statement emphasized that those responsible must be held accountable before justice.
In nighttime attacks by the Israeli military, the villages of Deyr Kifa, Kefre, Aba, Duveyr, Jibshit, Mecdel Zun, and Kalile were targeted. Initial assessments indicate that five people were killed.
In Aba village, one person was killed when a house was targeted; in the Kasimiya area of Sur, two people were killed when a vehicle was struck; and in the attack on Deyr Kifa village, two people were killed. As attacks continued throughout the day, the death toll rose to seven. In this context, two people were killed and three injured in an attack on the Sarifa village of Sur. Additionally, the village of Western Zavter was targeted by air strikes.
As attacks intensified later in the day, the total death toll rose to 11 and 32 people were injured. In the village of Neccariya, part of the town of Sayda, a house was bombed, killing five people. In the village of Sarifa, attached to Sur, three people were killed and 19 injured.
In the attack on the village of Jibshit in the Nabatieh region, Ekrem al-Ibrahim and his pregnant wife, Ala Naimi, were killed. In the village of Kefra, a gathering point of the Al-Risale First Aid Association was targeted, resulting in the death of one healthcare worker and injuries to 13 others.
The Israeli military conducted an air strike on the Dahieh district south of Beirut. A “evacuation and attack” warning was issued prior to the strike, and after the attack, loud explosion sounds were heard and smoke rose into the air.
On the same day, a building in the Gubeyri neighborhood of Dahieh was completely destroyed after being targeted. It was noted that the targeted building was located on the airport road, in an area with high population density. It was also reported that Israeli unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) conducted low-altitude flights over Beirut throughout the day.
In addition, the Israeli military targeted a building in the vicinity of Mansouriyye and Mar Roukoz in northeastern Beirut. After the strike, intense smoke was observed rising from the targeted location.
In a statement by the Israeli military, it was claimed that senior commanders coordinating between Hezbollah and Palestinian groups in Beirut were targeted. The statement alleged that Hamza Ibrahim Rakin and another senior figure were killed.
These individuals were alleged to have facilitated communication between Hezbollah and Palestinian movements operating in Lebanon, Gaza, Syria, and the West Bank. The Israeli military also claimed that Hezbollah command centers in Beirut and southern Lebanon were targeted.
On 31 March, the Israeli military announced that four soldiers were killed in clashes with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. It was noted that three of the deceased were members of the Nahal Brigade.
In the same clashes, three soldiers were wounded, one of them seriously. According to Israeli media, the clashes occurred at close range. With this development, the number of Israeli soldiers killed in clashes with Hezbollah in Lebanon has risen to ten.
In another statement later in the day, it was reported that four soldiers were wounded in clashes in southern Lebanon. The statement indicated that one soldier was wounded by shrapnel from a Hezbollah rocket attack. Additionally, three reserve soldiers sustained minor injuries when an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) fell near the position occupied by Israeli soldiers.
In a statement issued by Hezbollah on 31 March, it was reported that a total of 35 attacks were launched against Israeli targets. These attacks were conducted simultaneously in southern Lebanon and northern Israel. The statement noted that numerous Merkava tanks and Israeli military vehicles were targeted, and that the attacks were carried out using various types of munitions and systems.
According to Israeli media, Hezbollah fired 45 rockets from southern Lebanon toward northern Israel on 31 March. The Israeli military detected the rocket launches and reported that alarms sounded in the settlements of Yara, Hanita, Biera, and Shlomi, as well as in the western Celile region. It was reported that the majority of rockets and UAVs were intercepted by air defense systems, while some landed in open areas. As a result of the attacks, three people sustained minor injuries in the western Celile region.
Hezbollah reported that Israeli soldiers and military vehicles were targeted in the villages of Nakura, Deyr Siryan, Rashaf, Yarun, Kantara, Taybe, and Aynata in southern Lebanon. It also stated that an attack was launched against an Israeli military convoy in Tel Avida and that an ambush with explosives was set up against Israeli units in the Beyt Lif region. It was reported that numerous Israeli soldiers, including a senior commander, were targeted in these attacks.
Hezbollah’s statement indicated that Israeli military positions in northern Israel were also targeted. These included:
Other targeted locations included the Tefen Base in Acre, and the settlements of Nehariye, Zarit, Shlomi, Malikiye, and Shomera.
Hezbollah announced that it had targeted the Israeli settlements of Nasharim, Maalot Tarshisha, Metula, Avivim, and Krayot in northern Israel. It was stated that military and residential areas north of Haifa were also targeted in these attacks.
In a joint statement by the foreign ministers of Belgium, France, Greece, Italy, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Cyprus, along with the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, it was stated that support is being provided to the Lebanese government and people.
The statement noted that Lebanon is suffering the consequences of a war it did not choose and conveyed solidarity to civilians affected by the conflict in both Lebanon and Israel. The joint statement included the following: “It was stated that responsibility for the current situation lies with Hezbollah, and Hezbollah’s attacks on Israel, carried out in support of Iran, were strongly condemned, with an urgent call for these attacks to cease immediately.”
The statement further emphasized that preventing further escalation involving Iran in the regional conflict is a priority and called for the immediate initiation of direct political negotiations between Lebanon and Israel.
The statement stressed the need to strengthen Lebanese state institutions and noted the following:
The statement also called on all parties to:
The statement expressed concern that more than one million people in Lebanon have been displaced and strongly condemned attacks on UNIFIL personnel.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made statements regarding Israel’s ground operations in southern Lebanon. Carney stated: “Canada strongly condemns the occupation of southwestern Lebanon. This is an illegal occupation and a violation of their territorial sovereignty.”
Carney further stated: “Therefore, according to Canada, a ceasefire is necessary for all reasons, including practical ones. Do these reasons legitimize Israel’s military intervention? No, it is not legal.”
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) convened an emergency meeting at the request of France and Indonesia to address developments in Lebanon.
France’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Jérôme Bonnafont, stated: “This situation cannot continue. This council must do more than condemn; it must act to ensure such actions are never repeated.” Russia’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, stated: “I would like to remind you that the root cause of the escalation in the Lebanon-Israel conflict is the aggressive stance of the United States and Israel toward Iran, which has triggered a broader collapse of fragile stability in the Middle East.”
China’s representative Sun Lei stated: “Lebanon must not become another Gaza, and the international community must never allow the tragedy of Gaza to be repeated.” The United States’ Permanent Representative to the UN, Mike Waltz, stated: “UN peacekeeping forces sent to conflict zones are often caught off guard by the very real dangers they face.”
Lebanon’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ahmed Arafa, stated: “The Lebanese people did not choose this war. This war was imposed on them. Israel has never respected the ceasefire agreement and continues its deliberate attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure, violating Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
Indonesia’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Umar Hadi, stated: “We cannot accept the killing of peacekeepers in this manner. This is a great loss for Indonesia, for the UN, and for every community that sees peacekeepers as symbols of hope and peace. Let me be clear: we do not want excuses from Israel; we demand a UN investigation.”
In a statement by Yisrael Katz, it was stated that the Israeli military’s ground operations in southern Lebanon will continue and that the region will be kept under control. Katz indicated that Israeli forces will control the line extending to the Litani River and establish a permanent military presence in the area.
The statement also included statements that settlements along the border will be targeted and that civilian structures in the region will be destroyed. Katz stated that tens of thousands of people displaced from southern Lebanon will not be allowed to return and asserted that the destruction model applied in Gaza will be replicated in this region.
Nevvaf Selam made statements regarding Israel’s targeting of healthcare workers in southern Lebanon. During a discussion with World Health Organization officials, Selam stated: “Israel’s targeting of ambulances and healthcare workers in the south constitutes a war crime. Similarly, attacks on journalists and civilians fall within this category.”
The statement also shared the information that 52 healthcare workers have been killed since the attacks began on 2 March.
In a statement by the Lebanese Ministry of Health on 31 March 2026, it was reported that the number of people killed in the ongoing attacks since 2 March has risen to 1,268, and the number of injured has reached 3,750. Among the deceased are 125 children and 88 women. The same statement noted that attacks on healthcare personnel continue and that 128 healthcare workers have been injured.
As part of a support program led by France, 39 armored personnel carriers were gifted to the Lebanese Army. The handover ceremony took place at the Port of Beirut, attended by military officials from both countries. French officials highlighted the role of the Lebanese Army in maintaining internal stability amid the current crisis and affirmed that military support will continue.
Michel Menassa responded to statements by Israel’s Defense Minister. Menassa stated that these statements aim to impose a new occupation on Lebanese territory and target Lebanon’s sovereignty. In his statement, Menassa said: “Statements about preventing the return of Lebanese citizens to their land and replicating the ‘Gaza model’ in southern Lebanon constitute a savage crime that Lebanon will never accept.” He also warned that Israel’s plans to create a buffer zone and advance to the Litani River could further escalate tensions in the region. Menassa called on the international community to adopt a clearer stance against Israel’s threats.
Israel’s Attacks Against Lebanon (2026), are military operations launched by the Israeli military across Lebanon on 2 March 2026, following Hezbollah’s rocket and drone attacks against northern Israel, and expanded by air, sea, and ground forces.
The attacks spread to southern and eastern Lebanon, beginning with Beirut’s Dahieh district. The Israeli military stated it had targeted Hezbollah’s military and financial assets, issued evacuation orders in the south, and conducted ground advances along the border. As of 6 April 2026, the attacks continue.
Israel’s attacks on Beirut, 2 March 2026 - (Associated Press)
On the morning of 2 March 2026, Hezbollah announced it had launched rocket and unmanned aerial vehicle attacks from southern Lebanon against northern Israel. The statement indicated the attacks were in response to Israel’s nearly daily strikes against Lebanon and the killing of Iran’s religious leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hezbollah carried out the attack targeting an Israeli military facility near Haifa.
The Israeli Military Spokesperson announced that rockets had been detected launched from Lebanon, and that sirens were activated across the country’s north following the rocket fire.
The Israeli press reported that this attack was the most intense carried out by Hezbollah since the ceasefire agreed upon between Lebanon and Israel on 27 November 2024. Israeli television channel 12 reported that six rockets had been fired from Lebanon.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had carried out a series of simultaneous attacks in Lebanon and Iran. The statement indicated the attacks were conducted in response to Hezbollah’s rocket launches.
The Israeli military stated that high-ranking Hezbollah members in Beirut’s capital had been targeted with precision munitions. The attacks were executed by the Israeli Air Force and Navy.
The statement also indicated that a weapons storage facility alleged to belong to Hezbollah in the city of Sur in Lebanon had been targeted. Command centers allegedly used to deepen ties between Iran and Hezbollah were also targeted.
In its initial statement, the Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that Israeli air strikes targeting Beirut and southern regions had killed 31 people and injured 149.
In the evening of 2 March, the Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the number of fatalities in the Israeli attacks had increased by 21 to reach 52, and that the number of injured had reached 154. The ministry stated that Israel had carried out 221 attacks. It also reported that 28,586 people had been forcibly displaced and that 186 centers were serving as temporary shelters.
Destruction in the Baalbek region of southern Lebanon, targeted in Israeli attacks, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, in a statement on the U.S.-based social media platform X, said, “Hezbollah will pay a heavy price for firing at Israel.”
In the same statement, he referred to Hezbollah’s Secretary General Naim Qassem: “Naim Qassem, Secretary General of Hezbollah, who decided to fire under Iranian pressure, is now marked for assassination.”
Katz also stated, “Everyone who follows the path of Ali Khamenei will soon find themselves alongside those removed from the axis of evil, in the depths of hell.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced the launch of a campaign against Hezbollah. In his statement, he said, “We have launched a campaign against Hezbollah and must prepare for several days of fighting.” He added, “We are not merely on the defensive; we are going on the offensive.”
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanese territory. Aoun noted that rocket launches from Lebanese soil risked dragging the country into dangerous military confrontations in the region.
In the same statement, he emphasized that these rocket launches aimed to undermine Lebanon’s efforts to keep the country out of conflict. Aoun stated that the state would not permit Lebanon to be turned again into a platform for wars unrelated to its own interests.
The president also stressed that parties ignoring repeated calls to preserve security and stability would be held responsible for any negative developments. Aoun affirmed that the Lebanese state would not allow such a situation to recur and that the Lebanese people would not accept it.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam characterized rocket launches from southern Lebanon against Israel as “irresponsible and suspicious acts.” Salam said, “Regardless of who is behind them, these launches threaten Lebanon’s security and stability.” He added, “Lebanon will not allow itself to be dragged into new adventures.” He also stated that those responsible would be identified and all necessary measures taken to protect the Lebanese people.
Following the Israeli attacks, Nawaf Salam summoned the cabinet for an emergency meeting. The meeting took place at 08:00 local time at the Presidential Palace. The developments since midnight on 2 March were reviewed, and potential government measures were discussed.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the government had banned Hezbollah’s military and security activities and restricted the group’s role to political functions.
In a statement following the cabinet meeting, Salam said, “The state rejects any military or security operation launched from Lebanese territory.”
Salam stated, “The decision for war and peace belongs solely to the state,” and noted that the cabinet had decided to ban military operations outside legitimate state institutions. He ordered the Lebanese Armed Forces to implement with determination a plan to bring all weapons under state control, particularly north of the Litani River.
In the evening of 2 March, Muhammad Raid, Speaker of Hezbollah’s Parliamentary Bloc, criticized the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities. Raid, who was reported killed in Israeli attacks, made statements on Al Manar, the television channel affiliated with Hezbollah.
Raid, responding to the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities, stated, “While the Lebanese people waited for the attack to be banned, they faced a decision banning the rejection of the attack. The government failed to use the international friendships it claims to have to force the enemy to cease its war against our country.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Military Spokesperson Ella Waweya, in a video message posted on the U.S.-based social media platform X, announced that more than 50 settlements in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley would be targeted and urged residents to immediately evacuate their homes. The statement specified that residents must move at least 1,000 meters away to open areas.
Thousands flee southern Lebanon for Beirut following Israeli attack threats, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Following Israel’s attack threats, thousands of people from southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley began migrating northward. Those forced to abandon their homes created heavy traffic on the roads. Displacement was reported from southern suburbs of Beirut and parts of southern Lebanon toward central Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
Following the Israeli attacks, all private and public schools, as well as vocational and technical training institutions in Lebanon, suspended educational activities for security reasons.
The Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education stated that the decision was made in light of concerns for public safety and the extraordinary security situation.
The ministry noted that many displaced persons were being housed in schools and that authorities would coordinate daily assessments of developments.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had conducted an air strike in the southern suburbs of Beirut and targeted a “senior Hezbollah member.” The statement indicated the strike targeted the Madi neighborhood but provided no further details on identity. The Israeli military described the strike as a “pinpoint operation.”
Israeli air strikes were reported to have targeted various towns in southern Lebanon. The towns of Bint Jubayl, Arabsalim, and Hola in the Nabatieh Governorate, as well as Hos Rafika and Doris in the eastern Baalbek region, were identified as targets. Three civilians were reported injured in the attack on Hos Rafika.
The towns of Sela, Debal, Mareke, Siddikin, and Deyr Amis in the city of Sur were also targeted. Additionally, air strikes were reported against the villages of Mahrune, Tayr Felsay, Bazuriyye, Semaiye, Hiniyye, Mansuri, Mecdel Zon, Kana, and Shiaytiye under Sur, as well as Kalviye, Hasada, and Hırayc Tayr Debe in the Nabatieh Governorate.
A heavy Israeli air strike targeted the town of Srifa in southern Lebanon, and two separate strikes were carried out on the Al-Salihiya neighborhood in Nabatieh. These attacks reportedly caused widespread destruction and fires in buildings and vehicles. The areas around Al-Shahabiya and Deir Qanoun al-Nahr in southern Lebanon were also targeted.
On 2 March 2026, it was reported that Israel had begun mobilizing 100,000 reserve soldiers as part of preparations to expand its attacks against Iran and Lebanon.
The Israeli military announced that the code name for its ongoing operation is “Operation Roaring Lion”, and that reserve forces are being called up to reinforce various fronts. The Israeli military confirmed it is continuing its campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
The Israeli military conducts intense air strikes on Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it would target branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen across Lebanon. Israeli Military Spokesperson Avichay Adraee shared on his social media account maps highlighting over 30 locations marked in red across Lebanon. These maps included numerous areas, including the capital Beirut.
The Israeli military stated that the marked locations were branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen. The statement warned that people must stay at least 300 meters away from these buildings.
On 2 March 2026, it was reported that the Israeli military conducted air strikes against financial institutions affiliated with Hezbollah across Lebanon. According to the Lebanese official news agency NNA, the Israeli military bombed the locations previously announced as targets. Sur, Nabatieh, and Baalbek were reported as locations where branches of Karz-i Hasen were targeted.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted intensive air strikes on Beirut’s Dahieh district. The first wave included five air strikes on Dahieh. In the evening of 2 March, Israeli fighter jets targeted the district again, followed by loud explosions.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced that since beginning its attacks on Lebanon in response to Hezbollah’s rocket fire, it had carried out over 70 air strikes across the country. The military stated that a wave of attacks against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon had been completed.
It was claimed that over 70 weapons depots, launch sites, and ramps belonging to Hezbollah had been targeted. The Israeli military asserted that these targets were intended for use in attacks against Israel.
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that attacks against Lebanon would not end until the “threat” originating from the country was eliminated and Hezbollah was disarmed. Speaking after a meeting with commanders along the northern border, Zamir, referring to Iran, declared, “We will not end the war unless Hezbollah suffers a serious blow and is disarmed.”
Zamir affirmed that Israel was acting decisively and had conducted strikes against the Iranian regime, adding that it was in “unique cooperation” with the U.S. military. He claimed the attacks were a response to the Lebanese government and military’s failure to heed recent calls for Hezbollah’s disarmament. Zamir stated, “We know how to defend ourselves alone.”
He argued that the war would end “not only when Iran suffers damage, but also when Hezbollah suffers a severe blow.” Zamir stated that the Israeli military had been “planning and preparing to operate simultaneously on multiple fronts” and that these plans had been ready for a long time.
On the same day, Israeli Military Spokesperson Effie Defrin, while stating that all options regarding Lebanon remained on the table, signaled that Israel could launch a ground invasion. In response to a question about the possibility of a ground offensive against Lebanon, where Israel had already conducted air and naval strikes, Defrin replied, “All options are on the table.”
Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer, in an interview on French channel BFMTV, commented on Israel’s ongoing attacks against Lebanon for years. He stated that Israel had not responded positively to the Lebanese government and president’s good-faith negotiations and showed no willingness to make progress in talks.
Chaer stated, “The weapons held by Hezbollah no longer threaten Israel, and Israel knows this very well.” He added, “Israel has not given the Lebanese government any opportunity to resolve the Hezbollah issue.” Chaer expressed serious concern that Israel might launch ground attacks, stating, “We fear that Israel is seizing this historic opportunity to occupy southern Lebanon and establish the buffer zone it has long dreamed of.”
Israel’s Attacks Against Lebanon (2026) are a military operation launched by the Israeli military across Lebanon on 2 March 2026, following Hezbollah’s rocket and drone attacks against northern Israel, and expanded by air, sea, and ground forces.
The attacks spread to southern and eastern Lebanon, beginning with Beirut’s Dahieh district. The Israeli military stated it had struck military and financial targets linked to Hezbollah, issued evacuation orders in the south, and conducted ground advances along the border. As of 7 April 2026, the attacks continue.
Israel’s attacks on Beirut, 2 March 2026 - (Associated Press)
On the morning of 2 March 2026, Hezbollah announced it had launched rocket and unmanned aerial vehicle attacks from southern Lebanon against northern Israel. The group stated the attacks were in response to Israel’s nearly daily strikes against Lebanon and the assassination of Iran’s religious leader, Ayatullah Ali Khamenei. Hezbollah carried out the attack targeting an Israeli military facility near Haifa.
The Israeli Military Spokesperson confirmed that rockets had been fired from Lebanon and that sirens were activated across the country’s north following the launch.
The Israeli press reported that this was the most intense attack by Hezbollah since the ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel on 27 November 2024. Israeli television channel Channel 12 reported that six rockets had been fired from Lebanon.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had carried out a series of coordinated strikes against targets in Lebanon and Iran. The statement indicated the attacks were conducted in response to Hezbollah’s rocket fire.
The Israeli military stated that high-ranking Hezbollah officials in Beirut’s southern suburbs had been targeted with precision munitions. The attacks were executed by the Israeli Air Force and Navy.
The statement also indicated that a weapons storage facility alleged to belong to Hezbollah in the city of Sur in southern Lebanon had been struck. Additionally, command centers accused of deepening ties between Iran and Hezbollah were also targeted.
In its initial statement, the Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that Israeli air strikes on Beirut and southern regions had killed 31 people and injured 149 others.
In the evening of 2 March, the Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the death toll from Israeli attacks had increased by 21 to 52, and the number of injured had reached 154. The ministry stated that Israel had carried out 221 attacks. It also reported that 28,586 people had been forcibly displaced and that 186 centers were serving as temporary shelters.
Destruction in the Baalbek region of southern Lebanon, targeted in an Israeli attack, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, in a statement on the U.S.-based social media platform X, said, “Hezbollah will pay a heavy price for firing at Israel.”
In the same statement, he referred to Hezbollah’s Secretary General Naim Qassem: “Naim Qassem, who decided to fire under Iranian pressure, is now marked for assassination.”
Katz further stated, “Everyone who follows the path of Ali Khamenei will soon find themselves alongside those removed from the axis of evil, in the depths of hell.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced the launch of a campaign against Hezbollah. In his statement, he said, “We have launched a campaign against Hezbollah and must prepare for several days of fighting.” He added, “We are not only on the defensive; we are going on the offensive.”
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanese territory. Aoun noted that rocket launches from Lebanese soil risked dragging the country into dangerous military confrontations in the region.
In the same statement, he emphasized that these rocket launches targeted Lebanon’s efforts to keep the country out of conflict. Aoun declared that the state would not allow Lebanon to be turned once again into a platform for wars unrelated to its own interests.
The president also stressed that parties ignoring repeated calls to preserve security and stability would be held responsible for any negative developments. Aoun affirmed that the Lebanese state would not permit such a situation to recur and that the Lebanese people would not accept it.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam characterized the rocket launches from southern Lebanon toward Israel as “irresponsible and suspicious acts.” Salam stated, “Regardless of who is behind them, these launches threaten Lebanon’s security and stability,” and added, “Lebanon will not allow itself to be dragged into new adventures.”” He also affirmed that those responsible would be identified and that all necessary measures would be taken to protect the Lebanese people.
Following the Israeli attacks, Nawaf Salam convened an emergency cabinet meeting. The meeting took place at 08:00 local time at the Presidential Palace. It assessed developments since midnight on 2 March and discussed measures the government would take.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the government had banned Hezbollah’s military and security operations and restricted the group’s role to political activities only.
In a statement following the cabinet meeting, Salam said, “The state rejects any military or security action launched from Lebanese territory.”
Salam stated, “The decision for war and peace belongs solely to the state,” and confirmed that the cabinet had decided to ban military operations outside legitimate state institutions. He ordered the Lebanese Armed Forces to firmly implement a plan to bring weapons under state control, particularly north of the Litani River.
In the evening of 2 March, Muhammad Raid, Head of Hezbollah’s Parliamentary Bloc, criticized the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities. Raid, who was allegedly killed in Israeli attacks, made statements on Al-Manar, the television channel affiliated with Hezbollah.
Raid, responding to the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities, stated, “While Lebanese people waited for the attack to be banned, they faced a decision banning the rejection of the attack. The government failed to use the international friendships it claims to have to force the enemy to halt its war against our country.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Military Spokesperson Ella Waweya, in a video message posted on the U.S.-based social media platform X, announced that more than 50 settlements in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley would be targeted and urged residents to immediately evacuate their homes. The statement specified that residents must move to open areas at least 1,000 meters away.
Thousands flee southern Lebanon for Beirut following Israeli attack threats, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Following Israel’s attack threats, thousands of people from southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley began migrating northward. Those forced to abandon their homes caused heavy traffic on the roads. Displacement was reported from southern suburbs of Beirut and parts of southern Lebanon toward central Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
Following the Israeli attacks, all private and public schools and vocational and technical training institutions in Lebanon suspended educational activities for security reasons.
The Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education stated that the decision was made in light of concerns for public safety and the extraordinary security situation.
The ministry noted that many displaced persons were being housed in schools and that authorities would coordinate daily assessments of developments.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had conducted an air strike in the southern suburbs of Beirut and targeted a “senior Hezbollah member.” The statement specified that the Madi neighborhood was struck, but no further details on identity were provided. The Israeli military described the strike as a “pinpoint operation.”
Israeli air strikes were reported to have targeted various villages in southern Lebanon. The villages of Bint Jubayl, Arabsalim, and Hula in the Nabatieh Governorate, as well as Hos Rafika and Doris in the eastern Baalbek region, were identified as targets. Three civilians were reported injured in the strike on Hos Rafika.
The villages of Sela, Debal, Mareke, Siddikin, and Deyr Amis in the city of Sur were also targeted. Additionally, air strikes were reported against the villages of Mahrune, Tayr Felsay, Bazuriyye, Semaiye, Hiniyye, Mansuri, Mecdel Zon, Kana, and Shiaytiye under Sur, as well as Kalviyye, Hasada, and Hiryat Tayr Debe in the Nabatieh Governorate.
A heavy Israeli air strike targeted the town of Srifa in southern Lebanon, and two separate strikes were carried out on the Al-Salihiya neighborhood in Nabatieh. These strikes reportedly caused widespread destruction and fires in buildings and vehicles. The areas around Al-Shahabiya and Deir Qanoun al-Nahr in southern Lebanon were also targeted.
On 2 March 2026, it was reported that Israel had begun mobilizing 100,000 reserve soldiers as part of preparations to expand its attacks against Iran and Lebanon.
The Israeli military stated that the code name for its ongoing operation is “Operation Roaring Lion” and that reserve forces are being called up to reinforce various fronts. The Israeli military confirmed it is continuing its campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
The Israeli military conducts intense air strikes on Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it would target branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasan across Lebanon. Israeli Military Spokesperson Avichay Adraee shared maps on his social media account showing over 30 locations marked in red across Lebanon. The maps included numerous areas, including the capital Beirut.
The Israeli military stated that the marked locations were branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasan. It warned that people must stay at least 300 meters away from these buildings.
On the afternoon of 2 March 2026, the Israeli military was reported to have conducted air strikes against financial institutions linked to Hezbollah across Lebanon. According to the Lebanese official news agency NNA, the Israeli military bombed the locations previously announced as targets. Sur, Nabatieh, and Baalbek were reported as locations where branches of Karz-i Hasan were struck.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted intensive air strikes on Beirut’s Dahieh district. The first wave included five air strikes on Dahieh. In the evening, Israeli fighter jets targeted the district again, followed by loud explosions.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced that since beginning its strikes against Lebanon in response to Hezbollah’s rocket fire, it had carried out over 70 air strikes nationwide. The statement indicated that a wave of attacks against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon had been completed.
The military claimed that over 70 weapons depots, launch sites, and ramps belonging to Hezbollah had been targeted. It asserted that these targets were intended for use in attacks against Israel.
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that the attacks against Lebanon would not end until the “threat” originating from the country was eliminated and Hezbollah was disarmed. Speaking after a meeting with commanders along the northern border, Zamir emphasized their focus on Iran and declared, “We will not end the war unless Hezbollah suffers a serious blow and is disarmed.”
Zamir affirmed that Israel was acting decisively and conducting strikes against the Iranian regime, and that it was engaged in “unique cooperation” with the U.S. military. He claimed the attacks were a response to the Lebanese government and army’s failure to act on recent calls for Hezbollah’s disarmament. Zamir stated, “We know how to defend ourselves alone.”
He argued that the war would end “not only when Iran is harmed, but also when Hezbollah suffers a severe blow.” Zamir stated that the Israeli military had been “planning and preparing to operate simultaneously on multiple fronts” and that these plans had been ready for a long time.
On the same day, Israeli Military Spokesperson Effie Defrin indicated that all options regarding Lebanon remained on the table and signaled that Israel could initiate a ground invasion. In response to a question about the possibility of a ground assault on Lebanon, Defrin replied, “All options are on the table.”
Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer, speaking on French channel BFMTV, addressed Israel’s ongoing attacks against Lebanon for years. He stated that Israel had not responded positively to the Lebanese government and president’s good-faith negotiations and showed no interest in making progress in talks.
Chaer said, “The weapons held by Hezbollah no longer threaten Israel, and Israel knows this very well.” He added, “Israel has not given the Lebanese government any opportunity to resolve the Hezbollah issue.” Chaer expressed serious concern that Israel might launch ground attacks, stating, “We fear that Israel is seizing this historic opportunity to occupy southern Lebanon and establish the buffer zone it has long dreamed of.”
Israel’s Attacks Against Lebanon (2026), are military operations launched by the Israeli military across Lebanon on 2 March 2026, following Hezbollah’s missile and drone attacks against northern Israel, and expanded by air, sea, and ground forces.
The attacks spread to southern and eastern Lebanon, beginning with Beirut’s Dahieh district. The Israeli military stated it targeted Hezbollah’s military and financial assets, issued evacuation orders in the south, and conducted ground advances along the border. As of 9 April 2026, the attacks continue.
Israel’s attacks on Beirut, 2 March 2026 - (Associated Press)
On the morning of 2 March 2026, Hezbollah announced it had launched missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles from southern Lebanon against northern Israel. The group stated the attack was a response to Israel’s nearly daily strikes against Lebanon and the killing of Iran’s religious leader, Ayatullah Ali Khamenei. Hezbollah carried out the attack targeting an Israeli military facility near Haifa.
The Israeli Military Spokesperson announced that missiles had been detected launched from Lebanon, and that sirens were activated across the country’s north following the missile launches.
The Israeli press reported that this attack was the most intense launched by Hezbollah since the ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel on 27 November 2024. Israeli television channel Channel 12 reported that six missiles had been fired from Lebanon.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had carried out a series of simultaneous attacks in Lebanon and Iran. The statement indicated the attacks were conducted in response to Hezbollah’s missile launches.
The Israeli military stated that high-ranking Hezbollah members in Beirut’s capital had been targeted with precision munitions. The attacks were executed by the Israeli Air Force and Navy.
The statement also indicated that a weapons storage facility alleged to belong to Hezbollah in the city of Sur in Lebanon had been targeted. Additionally, command centers allegedly used to deepen ties between Iran and Hezbollah were also struck.
In its initial statement, the Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that Israeli air strikes targeting Beirut and southern regions had killed 31 people and injured 149.
In the evening of 2 March, the Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the number of deaths in the Israeli attacks had increased by 21 to reach 52, and that the number of injured had reached 154. The ministry stated that Israel had conducted 221 attacks. It also reported that 28,586 people had been forcibly displaced and that 186 centers were serving as temporary shelters.
Damage in the Baalbek region of southern Lebanon, targeted in Israel’s attack, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, in a statement on the US-based social media platform X, said: “Hezbollah will pay a heavy price for firing at Israel.”
In the same statement, he referred to Hezbollah’s Secretary General Naim Qassem: “Naim Qassem, Secretary General of Hezbollah, who decided to fire under Iranian pressure, is now a marked target for assassination.”
Katz also stated: “Everyone who follows the path of Ali Khamenei will soon find themselves alongside those removed from the axis of evil, in the depths of hell.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced the launch of a campaign of attacks against Hezbollah. In his statement, he said: “We have launched a campaign of attacks against Hezbollah and must prepare for several days of fighting.” He added: “We are not only on the defensive; we are going on the offensive.”
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanese territory. Aoun stated that missile launches from Lebanese soil risked drawing the country into the region’s dangerous military confrontations.
In the same statement, he indicated that these missile launches aimed to undermine the state’s efforts to keep Lebanon out of conflict. Aoun declared that the state would not permit Lebanon to be turned once again into a platform for wars unrelated to it.
The president emphasized that parties ignoring repeated calls to preserve security and stability would be held responsible for any adverse developments. Aoun stated that the Lebanese state would not allow such a situation to recur and that the Lebanese people would not accept it.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam characterized missile launches from southern Lebanon against Israel as “irresponsible and suspicious acts.” Salam said: “Regardless of who is behind them, these launches threaten Lebanon’s security and stability.” He added: “Lebanon will not allow itself to be dragged into new adventures.” He also stated that those responsible would be identified and all necessary measures taken to protect the Lebanese people.
Following the Israeli attacks, Nawaf Salam summoned the cabinet for an emergency meeting. The meeting took place at 08:00 local time at the Presidential Palace. The developments since midnight on 2 March were reviewed and measures to be taken by the government were discussed.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the government had banned Hezbollah’s military and security activities and limited the group’s role to political functions.
In a statement following the cabinet meeting, Salam said: “The state rejects any military or security action launched from Lebanese soil.”
Salam stated: “The decision for war and peace belongs solely to the state.” He confirmed that the cabinet had decided to ban military operations outside legitimate state institutions. Salam ordered the Lebanese Armed Forces to resolutely implement a plan to bring weapons under state control, particularly north of the Litani River.
In the evening of 2 March, Muhammad Raid, Chairman of Hezbollah’s Parliamentary Bloc, criticized the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities. Raid, who was allegedly killed in Israeli attacks, made statements on Al Manar, the television channel affiliated with Hezbollah.
Raid, responding to the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities, stated: “While the Lebanese people waited for the attack to be banned, they faced a decision banning the rejection of the attack. The government failed to use the international friendships it claims to have to compel the enemy to halt its war against our country.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli military spokesperson Ella Waweya, in a video message posted on the US-based social media platform X, announced that more than 50 settlements in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley would be targeted and urged residents to immediately evacuate their homes. The statement indicated that residents of these settlements must move to open areas at least 1,000 meters away.
Thousands flee southern Lebanon for Beirut following Israel’s attack threat, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Following Israel’s attack threat, thousands of people from southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley began migrating northward. Those forced to abandon their homes created heavy traffic on the roads. Displacement was reported from southern suburbs of Beirut and certain areas of southern Lebanon toward central Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
Following the Israeli attacks, all private and public schools and vocational and technical training institutions in Lebanon suspended educational activities for security reasons.
The Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education stated that the decision was made in light of concerns for public safety and the extraordinary security situation.
The statement noted that many displaced persons were being housed in schools and that authorities would coordinate daily assessments of developments.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had carried out an air strike in the southern suburbs of Beirut and targeted a “senior Hezbollah member.” The statement indicated the strike targeted the Madi neighborhood but provided no further details on identity. The Israeli military described the strike as a “pinpoint operation.”
Israeli air strikes were reported to have targeted various towns in southern Lebanon. The towns of Bint Jubayl, Arabsalim, and Hula in the Nabatieh Governorate, as well as Hos Rafika and Doris in the eastern Baalbek region, were identified as targets. Three civilians were reported injured in the attack on Hos Rafika.
The towns of Sela, Debal, Mareke, Siddikin, and Deyr Amis in the city of Sur were also among the targets. Additionally, air strikes were reported against the villages of Mahrune, Tayr Felsay, Bazuriyye, Semaiye, Hiniyye, Mansuri, Mecdel Zon, Kana, and Shiaytiye under Sur, as well as Kalviyye, Hasada, and Hira Tayr Debe under Nabatieh.
A heavy Israeli air strike targeted the town of Srifa in southern Lebanon, and two separate attacks were carried out on the Al-Salihiya neighborhood in Nabatieh. These attacks reportedly caused widespread destruction and fires in buildings and vehicles. The areas around Al-Shahabiya and Deir Qanoun al-Nahr in southern Lebanon were also reported as targets.
On 2 March 2026, it was reported that Israel had begun mobilizing 100,000 reserve soldiers as part of preparations to expand its attacks against Iran and Lebanon.
The Israeli military announced that the code name of its ongoing operation is “Operation Roaring Lion”, and that reserve forces are being called up to reinforce various fronts. The Israeli military confirmed it is continuing its offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
The Israeli military is conducting intense air strikes on Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it would target branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen across Lebanon. Israeli Military Spokesperson Avichay Adraee shared maps on his social media account showing over 30 locations marked in red across Lebanon. These maps included numerous areas, including the capital Beirut.
The Israeli military stated that the marked locations were branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen. The statement advised that people must stay at least 300 meters away from these buildings.
On the afternoon of 2 March 2026, it was reported that the Israeli military had carried out air strikes against financial institutions affiliated with Hezbollah across Lebanon. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the Israeli military bombed the locations previously announced as targets. Sur, Nabatieh, and Baalbek were reported as locations where branches of Karz-i Hasen were struck.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted intensive air strikes on Beirut’s Dahieh district. The first wave included five air strikes on Dahieh. In the evening of 2 March, Israeli fighter jets targeted the district again, followed by loud explosions.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced that since beginning its attacks on Lebanon in response to Hezbollah’s missile launches, it had carried out over 70 air strikes across the country. The statement indicated that a wave of attacks against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon had been completed.
The military claimed that over 70 weapons depots, launch sites, and ramps belonging to Hezbollah had been targeted. It asserted that the struck facilities were intended for use in attacks against Israel.
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that attacks against Lebanon would not cease until the “threat” originating from the country was eliminated and Hezbollah was disarmed. Speaking after a meeting with commanders along the northern border, Zamir, referring to Iran, declared: “We will not end the war unless Hezbollah suffers a serious blow and is disarmed.”.
Zamir stated that Israel was acting decisively and had conducted strikes against the Iranian regime, emphasizing its “unique cooperation” with the US military. He claimed the attacks were a response to the Lebanese government and military’s failure to heed recent calls for Hezbollah’s disarmament. Zamir said: “We know how to defend ourselves alone.”
He argued that the war would end not only when Iran suffered damage but also when Hezbollah received a severe blow. Zamir stated that the Israeli military had been “planning and preparing to operate simultaneously on multiple fronts” and that these plans had been ready for a long time.
On the same day, Israeli Military Spokesperson Effie Defrin, when asked about the possibility of a ground invasion of Lebanon, responded: “All options are on the table.” In his statement regarding Israeli air and naval attacks on Lebanon, Defrin addressed the question of Israel’s potential for a ground assault on Lebanon with the reply: “All options are on the table.”
Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer, in an interview on French channel BFMTV, commented on Israel’s years-long attacks against Lebanon. He stated that Israel had not responded positively to the Lebanese government and president’s good-faith negotiation efforts and showed no interest in making progress in talks.
Chaer stated: “The weapons held by Hezbollah no longer threaten Israel, and Israel knows this very well.” He added: “Israel has not given the Lebanese government any opportunity to resolve the Hezbollah issue.” Chaer expressed serious concern that Israel might launch ground attacks, stating: “We fear that Israel is seizing this historic opportunity to occupy southern Lebanon and establish the buffer zone it has long dreamed of.”
In the early hours of 9 April, Israeli warplanes launched an airstrike on the Dahieh district, located south of Beirut. Following the attack, loud explosion sounds were heard in the area and thick smoke rose from the targeted locations.
These attacks are reported to be a continuation of airstrikes conducted on Beirut’s Tel Hayyat district on the evening of 8 April.
Extensive destruction in Beirut’s Kornish al-Mezra area, targeted in the Israeli attack, 9 April 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
Beginning on the night of 9 April, the Israeli military carried out widespread airstrikes across southern Lebanon. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the strikes targeted the villages of Abbasiye, Habbush, Jibshit, Deyr Zahrani, Dweir, Kefra, Cumeycime, Safad Battih, Mecdel Silm and Deyr Antar. The attacks continued into the morning hours, causing significant damage in numerous settlements.
During the initial phase of the attacks in southern Lebanon, seven people were killed in Abbasiye. As the attacks continued throughout the day, the death toll rose. In particular, an airstrike on the village of Zerariye, which targeted a building, killed ten people including women and children. With this development, the total death toll in the south rose to 17.
In the evening of the same day, the Israeli military intensified its attacks on southern Lebanon. In this phase, the villages of Kalile, Shahabiyya, Ansariyya, Tulin, Haruf, Shokin and Mivdon were targeted by airstrikes.
The attacks followed remarks by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that “direct negotiations with Lebanon would begin”.
Attacks on the health infrastructure were also recorded during the day. In the village of Kalavay, located in the Nabatieh governorate of southern Lebanon, an airstrike on a health center killed four health workers.
According to statements by Lebanon’s Ministry of Health, since 2 March, 73 health workers have been killed, and numerous medical facilities have been damaged or rendered non-operational.
On 9 April 2026, as Israeli attacks on Lebanon continued throughout the day, Lebanon launched retaliatory strikes against northern Israel. During the night, Hezbollah launched a missile toward the Upper Galilee region of northern Israel. According to Israeli media reports, the missile was intercepted by air defense systems. No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident.
Later in the day, Hezbollah issued a statement asserting that, due to Israel’s failure to observe a ceasefire, attacks against northern Israel would continue. The statement specified that the strikes targeted Israeli settlements including Kiryat Shmona, Metula, Misgav Am, Yesud HaMa’ala, Menara, Avivim, Shlomi, Shomera, Yuval, Malikiye, Kabri, Maalot Tarshiha and Nehariye.
Hezbollah also announced that fighting continued along the frontlines in southern Lebanon. In this context, it was reported that a Merkava tank was targeted on the Taybe–Deyr Siryan road, an Israeli armored vehicle advancing near Bint Jbeil was attacked with explosives at close range, and direct clashes occurred between Israeli soldiers and Lebanese forces in multiple locations. Attacks were also reported in the villages of Shema, Rashaf, Merkeba and Taybe. The statement further indicated that at least 35 separate attacks were carried out against Israeli targets during the day.
Ali Fayyaz, a member of parliament from Hezbollah’s political wing, the Loyalty to the Resistance Bloc, stated in a speech the same day that Hezbollah opposes direct negotiations with Israel. Fayyaz emphasized that a ceasefire must be established before any negotiations can proceed and called on the Lebanese government to adhere to this precondition.
Fayyaz stated in his remarks: “We call on the Lebanese government to insist that a ceasefire be a precondition before taking any further steps.” Reiterating Hezbollah’s position on negotiations, Fayyaz indicated that direct talks with Israel would only be possible after certain conditions were met.
Extensive destruction in Beirut’s Kornish al-Mezra area, targeted in the Israeli attack, 9 April 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
On 9 April 2026, U.S. Vice President JD Vance stated in a public remark that Israel’s attacks on Lebanon are not covered by the temporary ceasefire reached between the U.S. and Iran. Responding to questions from journalists upon returning from a visit to Budapest, Hungary, Vance replied to a query about whether Israel’s actions in Lebanon violated the ceasefire with: “We never made such a commitment. We never indicated that this would be the case.” Vance added that while Israel had proposed a “small step back” in Lebanon, this should not be interpreted as part of the ceasefire.
Vance emphasized that the U.S. has made no commitment regarding Lebanon and stated that if Iran seeks to undermine the negotiation process, that would be Iran’s own choice. He added that the U.S. considers such a decision by Iran to be “foolish”, but stressed that it remains Iran’s prerogative.
On 9 April, Chairman of Iran’s Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated in a declaration that the ceasefire includes Lebanon and rejected the U.S. administration’s contrary stance. Referring to the mediation efforts of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Ghalibaf used the phrase: “Lebanon and the entire ‘Axis of Resistance’ are inseparable parts of the ceasefire.” Ghalibaf directly labeled Israel’s attacks on Lebanon as violations of the ceasefire and issued a stern warning: “Ceasefire violations will lead to clear costs and strong responses,” calling on the U.S. to “put out the fire immediately.”
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian made a similar statement, declaring that Israel’s attacks on Lebanon constitute “an open violation of the ceasefire.” He characterized these attacks as “a dangerous signal of deception and non-compliance with any potential agreement,” and warned that if the attacks continue, the planned negotiations with the U.S. would become “meaningless.” Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran’s support for its regional allies would continue, stating: “Iran will never abandon its Lebanese brothers.”
Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Ismael Bekayi stated in his remarks that negotiations to end the war are contingent upon the U.S. honoring ceasefire commitments on all fronts. Bekayi stressed that the cessation of fighting in Lebanon is an inseparable component of the ceasefire agreement and warned that any U.S. action contrary to this obligation would amount to a breach of its own commitments. He also affirmed that the solidarity between Iran and Lebanon is “stronger than at any point in history.”
Meanwhile, in statements attributed to a senior Iranian security official and published in the press, it was asserted that if Israel’s attacks on Lebanon are not halted, the planned talks with the U.S. will not take place. The statement defended the position that the ceasefire encompasses all fronts, including Lebanon, and used the phrase: “If attacks on Lebanon continue, there will be no negotiations.”
On 9 April 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam conveyed to Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during a phone call his request that Lebanon be included in the ceasefire. Salam commended Pakistan’s mediation role in the ceasefire process and stated that this step was necessary to prevent further large-scale Israeli attacks across Lebanon. Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif condemned the Israeli attacks and affirmed that Pakistan would continue supporting efforts to restore peace and stability in Lebanon.
Following a cabinet meeting on the same day, the Lebanese government announced that it was taking steps to strengthen internal security and engage internationally. Information Minister Paul Markus stated that orders were issued to the army and security forces to reinforce state control in Beirut and restrict weapons exclusively to legitimate security forces. Additionally, it was announced that the government had decided to urgently appeal to the United Nations Security Council regarding the Israeli attacks.
President Joseph Aoun, in his assessment, expressed his frustration over Lebanon’s exclusion from the ceasefire, stating that he was “tired of merely hearing condemnations”. Aoun noted that intensive diplomatic contacts were being pursued with friendly countries to include Lebanon in the ceasefire and emphasized that the primary goal of these efforts was to halt the fighting. He also affirmed that the authority to negotiate on behalf of Lebanon belongs exclusively to the state and would not be permitted to any other actors.
On 9 April 2026, various states and international actors asserted that the temporary ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran should not be limited to just the two parties and called for Lebanon’s inclusion in the ceasefire.
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized in his statement that the ceasefire must be expanded for regional stability, warning that the continuation of fighting in Lebanon would undermine the ceasefire’s purpose. Later in the day, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot similarly declared that excluding Lebanon from the ceasefire is unacceptable and reiterated the call for a diplomatic solution.
The Australian government stated that the ceasefire must cover all conflict zones and highlighted that ongoing attacks in Lebanon increase regional security risks. Slovenia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized in its assessment that ending the fighting in Lebanon is a requirement under international law and humanitarian obligations. Later that day, Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob reaffirmed this position and called for expanding the ceasefire’s scope.
European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas stated that limiting the ceasefire to specific fronts is unsustainable and stressed that fighting must cease across all regions, including Lebanon. Similarly, Canada stated in an evening announcement that ending the attacks in Lebanon is critical to enabling progress in negotiations.
Statements from Qatar and Jordan indicated that extending the ceasefire’s scope is necessary to achieve regional peace and called for an immediate halt to attacks on Lebanon.
Commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force, Ismail Kaani, issued a statement evaluating Israel’s ongoing attacks in Lebanon. Kaani described Israel’s actions as “crimes against humanity” and stated that civilians are the intended targets of these attacks.
In his statement, Kaani said: “The history of the Zionist regime is filled with crimes against humanity and the killing of innocent people, women, and children. A severe and remorse-inducing punishment awaits the perpetrators of barbarism in Lebanon.”
In the same message, Kaani thanked Iran’s regional allies, whom it defines as the “Axis of Resistance,” and affirmed that support for these allies during the conflict continues.
Extensive destruction in Beirut’s Kornish al-Mezra area, targeted in the Israeli attack, 9 April 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
In a statement issued by the Lebanese army on 9 April 2026, it was reported that during simultaneous Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon on 8 April, four soldiers were killed.
The statement indicated that three of the deceased soldiers were in the eastern region of the country and noted that the attacks spanned a wide geographic area. These attacks were recorded as approximately 100 airstrikes carried out without prior warning, targeting areas including Beirut and extending across eastern and southern regions.
Later in the day, Lebanon’s Ministry of Health updated its figures on civilian casualties. According to the statement, the number of people killed in the 8 April attacks rose to 303, with 1,150 injured. The ministry noted that these figures were not yet finalized and that efforts to reach people trapped under rubble were ongoing in many areas. It was also stated that identification of some bodies delivered to hospitals was still being conducted through DNA analysis.
The Israeli military claimed that during its 8 April attacks across Lebanon, including Beirut, Ali Yusuf Harshi, secretary and nephew of Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem, was killed. Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee asserted that targets in the attacks included Hezbollah elements and described Harshi as a central figure in the management and security of Qassem’s office.
In the same statement, the Israeli military reported that it continued targeting infrastructure elements in southern Lebanon and disclosed that two bridges over the Litani River were struck. Israel claimed these infrastructures were used by Hezbollah for military purposes. Additionally, it was asserted that arms depots and launch ramps were targeted.
On the same day, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated in a public address that despite the temporary ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, attacks on Lebanon would continue. Netanyahu affirmed that Israel would continue targeting Hezbollah, saying: “We will continue striking Hezbollah wherever necessary.”
Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz similarly stated in his remarks that the attacks on Lebanon had delivered a “major blow” to Hezbollah and declared that the Israeli military is ready to continue its operations in the region. Katz also stated that Israel is prepared to respond militarily if Iran launches a missile strike.
Israeli Defense Minister Katz provided information on military arrangements along the Lebanese border. He stated that the Israeli military has established a multi-layered defense and operational line extending from the border to the Litani River.
This line is structured into: the border itself, areas encompassing villages near the border where Israeli units are stationed, a line designed to counter Hezbollah’s anti-tank capabilities, and the Litani River line. Katz specifically noted that airstrikes will continue in the Litani region.
In his remarks during the day, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced that he had ordered the initiation of direct negotiations with Lebanon. These negotiations, he said, aim to achieve the disarmament of Hezbollah and the establishment of “peaceful relations” between the two sides.
Extensive destruction in Beirut’s Kornish al-Mezra area, targeted in the Israeli attack, 9 April 2026 – (Anadolu Agency)
The Lebanese army announced that the Qasmiyeh Bahri Bridge over the Litani River, damaged by Israeli strikes, has been reopened for use. The statement noted that the bridge was restored through cooperation between civil defense units and local organizations.
The same statement indicated that since 18 March, Israel had systematically targeted bridges over the Litani River, striking eight of nine bridges, with some completely destroyed and others rendered unusable due to damage to access roads. It was also noted that a unit of the Lebanese army had been deployed around the bridge.
Among the decisions taken by the Lebanese government, steps to strengthen internal security were highlighted. Following a cabinet meeting, it was announced that orders were issued to the army and security forces to reinforce state control in Beirut and restrict weapons exclusively to legitimate security forces.
It was also announced that the government had decided to urgently appeal to the United Nations Security Council regarding the Israeli attacks. This step was recorded as the Lebanese government’s effort to bring the attacks to the international stage.
President Joseph Aoun, in his remarks, expressed his frustration over Lebanon’s exclusion from the ceasefire, stating that he was “tired of merely hearing condemnations”. Aoun also noted that intensive diplomatic contacts are being maintained with friendly countries to include Lebanon in the ceasefire.
In another statement, President Aoun noted that the proposal to achieve a ceasefire with Israel and then initiate direct negotiations was beginning to receive positive international responses.
Aoun stated that the only way out of the current situation in Lebanon is through a ceasefire and diplomatic process, and emphasized that intensive international consultations are underway. He also affirmed that internal instability would not be tolerated and that a solution must be achieved within the framework of state institutions and legitimate security forces.
Lebanese Chief of Staff Rudolph Heykel, in his assessment of the Israeli attacks, stated that these attacks target Lebanon’s stability and aim to provoke internal chaos. Heykel affirmed that despite difficult conditions, the Lebanese army continues to carry out its duties and emphasized that the institution remains committed to fulfilling its responsibilities with determination.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that in a phone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he conveyed that attacks on Lebanon must be reduced.
Regarding the conversation, Trump said: “I spoke with Bibi and he will calm things down a bit. I think we need to be a bit calmer.”
Trump also claimed that Israeli attacks on Lebanon had decreased as of 9 April.
According to reports in the international press on 9 April 2026, direct negotiations between Israel and Lebanon are expected to take place next week at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C.. According to a report citing Associated Press, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered that direct negotiations with Lebanon begin “as soon as possible”.
The report indicated that topics expected to be discussed in the negotiations include the disarmament of Hezbollah and the normalization of relations between the two countries. It was noted that U.S. Ambassador to Beirut Michel Issa would represent the U.S. and Israeli Ambassador to Washington Yechiel Leiter would represent Israel. Information on who would represent Lebanon had not been confirmed as of 9 April.
Israel’s Attacks Against Lebanon (2026) are a military operation launched by the Israeli military across Lebanon on 2 March 2026, following Hezbollah’s missile and drone attacks against northern Israel, and expanded by air, sea, and ground forces.
The attacks spread to southern and eastern Lebanon, beginning with Beirut’s Dahieh district. The Israeli military stated it targeted Hezbollah’s military and financial assets, issued evacuation orders in the south, and conducted ground advances along the border. As of 10 April 2026, the attacks continue.
Israel’s attacks on Beirut, 2 March 2026 - (Associated Press)
On the morning of 2 March 2026, Hezbollah announced it had launched missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles from southern Lebanon toward northern Israel. The group stated the attack was a response to Israel’s nearly daily strikes against Lebanon and the killing of Iran’s religious leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hezbollah carried out the attack targeting an Israeli military facility near Haifa.
The Israeli Military Spokesperson confirmed that missiles had been launched from Lebanon and that sirens were activated across the country’s north following the missile launches.
The Israeli press reported that this was the most intense attack by Hezbollah since the ceasefire agreed upon on 27 November 2024 between Lebanon and Israel. Israeli television channel Channel 12 reported that six missiles had been fired from Lebanon.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had carried out a series of simultaneous attacks in Lebanon and Iran. The statement indicated that the attacks were conducted in response to Hezbollah’s missile launches.
The Israeli military stated that high-ranking Hezbollah members in Beirut’s capital had been targeted with precision munitions. The attacks were carried out by the Israeli Air Force and Navy.
The statement also indicated that a weapons storage facility allegedly belonging to Hezbollah in the city of Sur in Lebanon had been targeted. Additionally, command centers claimed to have been used to deepen ties between Iran and Hezbollah were also struck.
In its initial statement, the Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that Israeli air strikes on Beirut and southern regions had killed 31 people and injured 149.
In the evening of 2 March, the Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the number of dead in the Israeli attacks had increased by 21 to 52, and the number of injured had reached 154. The ministry stated that Israel had carried out 221 attacks. It also reported that 28,586 people had been forcibly displaced and that 186 centers were serving as temporary shelters.
Damage in the Baalbek region of southern Lebanon, targeted in an Israeli attack, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, in a statement on the U.S.-based social media platform X, said, “Hezbollah will pay a heavy price for firing at Israel.”
In the same statement, he referred to Hezbollah’s Secretary General Naim Qassem: “Naim Qassem, Hezbollah’s Secretary General, who decided to fire under Iranian pressure, is now marked for assassination.”
Katz also stated, “Everyone who follows the path of Ali Khamenei will soon find themselves alongside those removed from the axis of evil, in the depths of hell.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced the launch of a campaign against Hezbollah. In his statement, he said, “We have launched a campaign against Hezbollah and must prepare for several days of fighting.” He added, “We are not only on the defensive; we are going on the offensive.”
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanese territory. Aoun noted that missile launches from Lebanese soil risked dragging the country into the region’s dangerous military confrontations.
In the same statement, he said these missile launches aimed to undermine the state’s efforts to keep Lebanon out of conflict. Aoun declared that the state would not allow Lebanon to be turned once again into a platform for “wars unrelated to it.”
The president emphasized that parties ignoring repeated calls to preserve security and stability would be held responsible for any negative developments. Aoun stated that the Lebanese state would not permit such a situation to recur and that the Lebanese people would not accept it.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam described missile launches from southern Lebanon toward Israel as “irresponsible and suspicious acts.” Salam said, “Regardless of who is behind them, these launches threaten Lebanon’s security and stability.” He added, “Lebanon will not allow itself to be dragged into new adventures,” and affirmed that those responsible would be identified and all necessary measures taken to protect the Lebanese people.
Following the Israeli attacks, Nawaf Salam summoned the cabinet to an emergency meeting. The meeting took place at 08:00 local time at the Presidential Palace. It assessed developments since midnight on 2 March and discussed measures the government would take.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the government had banned Hezbollah’s military and security activities and limited the group’s role to political functions.
In a statement after the cabinet meeting, Salam said, “The state rejects any military or security action launched from Lebanese territory.”
Salam stated, “The decision for war and peace belongs solely to the state,” and confirmed that the cabinet had decided to ban military operations outside legitimate state institutions. He ordered the Lebanese Armed Forces to firmly implement a plan to bring weapons under state control, particularly north of the Litani River.
In the evening of 2 March, Hezbollah’s Parliamentary Group Chairman MP Muhammad Raad criticized the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities. Raad, who was alleged to have been killed in Israeli attacks, made statements on Al Manar, the television channel affiliated with Hezbollah.
Raad, responding to the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities, said, “While the Lebanese people waited for the attack to be banned, they were met with a decision banning the rejection of the attack. The government could not use the international friendships it claims to have to force the enemy to stop the war against our country.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli military spokesperson Ella Waweya, in a video message posted on the U.S.-based social media platform X, announced that more than 50 settlements in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley would be targeted and urged residents to immediately evacuate their homes. The statement specified that residents must move at least 1,000 meters away to open areas.
Thousands flee southern Lebanon for Beirut following Israeli attack threats, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Following Israel’s attack threats, thousands of people from southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley began migrating northward. Those forced to abandon their homes caused heavy traffic on the roads. Displacement was reported from southern suburbs of Beirut and parts of southern Lebanon toward central Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
Following the Israeli attacks, all private and public schools and vocational and technical training institutions in Lebanon suspended educational activities for security reasons.
The Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education stated that the decision was made due to concerns for public safety and the extraordinary security situation.
The ministry reported that many displaced persons were being housed in schools and that authorities would coordinate daily assessments of developments.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had carried out an air strike in the southern suburbs of Beirut and targeted a “senior Hezbollah member.” The statement identified the strike as targeting the Madi neighborhood but provided no further details on identity. The Israeli military described the strike as a “pinpoint operation.”
Israeli air strikes were reported to have targeted various towns in southern Lebanon. The towns of Bint Jubayl, Arabsalim, and Hula in the Nabatieh Governorate, as well as Hos Rafika and Doris in the eastern Baalbek region, were identified as targets. Three civilians were reported injured in the strike on Hos Rafika.
The towns of Sela, Debal, Mareke, Siddikin, and Deyr Amis in the city of Sur were also among the targets. Additionally, air strikes were reported against the villages of Mahrune, Tayr Felsay, Bazuriyye, Semaiye, Hiniyye, Mansuri, Mecdel Zon, Kana, and Shiaytiye under Sur, and the villages of Kalviyye, Hasada, and Hira Tayr Debe under Nabatieh.
A heavy Israeli air strike targeted the town of Srifa in southern Lebanon, and two separate strikes were carried out on the Al-Salihiya neighborhood in Nabatieh. These strikes reportedly caused widespread destruction and fires in buildings and vehicles. The areas around Al-Shahabiya and Deir Qanoun al-Nahr in southern Lebanon were also targeted.
On 2 March 2026, it was reported that Israel, as part of preparations to expand its attacks against Iran and Lebanon, began calling up 100,000 reserve soldiers for active duty.
The Israeli military stated that the code name of its ongoing operation is “Operation Roaring Lion” and that reserve forces are being mobilized to reinforce various fronts. The Israeli military confirmed it is continuing its campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
The Israeli military conducts intense air strikes on Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it would target branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen across Lebanon. Israeli Military Spokesperson Avichay Adraee shared maps on his social media account showing over 30 locations marked in red across Lebanon. The maps included numerous areas, including the capital Beirut.
The Israeli military stated that the marked locations were branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen. It warned that people must stay at least 300 meters away from these buildings.
On the afternoon of 2 March 2026, the Israeli military was reported to have conducted air strikes against financial institutions affiliated with Hezbollah across Lebanon. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the Israeli military bombed the locations previously announced as targets. Sur, Nabatieh, and Baalbek were identified as locations where branches of Karz-i Hasen were struck.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted intensive air strikes on Beirut’s Dahieh district. The first wave included five air strikes on Dahieh. In the evening, Israeli fighter jets targeted the district again, followed by loud explosions.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced that since initiating attacks on Lebanon in response to Hezbollah’s missile launches, it had carried out over 70 air strikes nationwide. The military stated that a wave of attacks targeting Hezbollah assets in southern Lebanon had been completed.
The military claimed that over 70 weapons depots, launch sites, and ramps belonging to Hezbollah had been targeted. It asserted that the struck facilities were intended for use in attacks against Israel.
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that the attacks on Lebanon would not end until the “threat” originating from Lebanon was eliminated and Hezbollah was disarmed. Speaking after a meeting with commanders along the northern border, Zamir, referring to Iran, declared, “We will not end the war unless Hezbollah suffers a serious blow and is disarmed.”.
Zamir affirmed that Israel was acting decisively and conducting strikes against the Iranian regime, and emphasized its “unique cooperation” with the U.S. military. He claimed the attacks were a response to the Lebanese government and military’s failure to act on recent calls for Hezbollah’s disarmament. Zamir stated, “We know how to defend ourselves alone.”
He argued that the war would end “not only when Iran suffers damage, but also when Hezbollah suffers a severe blow.” Zamir stated that the Israeli military had been planning and preparing to operate simultaneously on multiple fronts and that these plans had been ready for a long time.
On the same day, Israeli Military Spokesperson Effie Defrin, stating that all options remained on the table regarding Lebanon, signaled that Israel could initiate a ground invasion. In response to a question about the possibility of a ground attack on Lebanon following air and naval strikes, Defrin replied, “All options are on the table.”
Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer, in an interview on French channel BFMTV, addressed Israel’s ongoing attacks against Lebanon for years. He stated that Israel had not responded positively to the Lebanese government and president’s good-faith negotiation efforts and showed no interest in making progress in talks.
Chaer said, “The weapons held by Hezbollah no longer threaten Israel, and Israel knows this very well.” He added, “Israel has not given the Lebanese government any opportunity to resolve the Hezbollah issue.” Expressing serious concern that Israel might launch ground attacks, Chaer stated, “We fear that Israel will seize this historic opportunity to occupy southern Lebanon and establish the buffer zone it has long dreamed of.”
Throughout the night of 11 April 2026, the Israeli military conducted air and ground attacks targeting southern Lebanon. The assaults were particularly concentrated in and around the town of Nabatieh in the south.
According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, three people were killed in an air strike on a building in the village of Meyfedun. Within the same wave of attacks, three additional people lost their lives in three separate air strikes on the village of Kefr Sir. Four people were killed when a building on the Zifta–Nabatieh highway was targeted, and one person died in an attack on the village of Kusaybe.
The attacks were not limited to loss of life; civilian settlements and infrastructure were extensively damaged. In the village of Tul, numerous buildings were destroyed in the El-Makam neighborhood and along Shahid Sabra Street. In the village of Cibşit, a facility housing generators was targeted, resulting in its complete destruction and a fire.
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) accompanied the night-time air strikes. The village of Hiyam was bombed, and UAV attacks were carried out against the village of Kefr Rumman. Additionally, it was reported that Israeli tanks targeted the villages of Mansuri, Kalile and Hınniyye around the town of Sur.
In addition, an air strike was launched against a house in the village of Şeba, described as the first attack on the region since the beginning of the offensive.
The number of casualties from Israeli military attacks on southern Lebanon on 11 April 2026 rose incrementally throughout the day.
In the early hours of the day, the death toll was updated to 11, and later rose to 14. According to NNA, attacks in and around Nabatieh were decisive in this increase. In attacks on the village of Tul, three people were killed, including one healthcare worker, and three others were injured.
Attacks on the village of Tuffahta, part of the city of Sayda, were among the most notable developments of the day. Initial assessments indicated that five people were killed, and a healthcare worker responding to the attack was injured. Later updates revised the figures, stating that the death toll had risen to eight, and nine people were injured, five of them seriously.
Funeral ceremony for 13 security personnel killed in Israel’s attacks on Lebanon, 11 April 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
In a later update, it was announced that the number of those killed in the attack on Tuffahta had reached 13. With this development, the total death toll from attacks throughout the day rose to 22.
On 11 April, a funeral ceremony was held in the city of Sayda for 13 security personnel killed in an Israeli attack on a government building in Nabatieh.
The ceremony, held at the government building in Sayda, was attended by representatives of security institutions, political party officials and numerous individuals. During the ceremony, it was reported that the families and attendees of the deceased security personnel experienced emotional moments.
Following the ceremony, the bodies of the deceased security personnel were handed over to their families. It was reported that these security personnel had been killed in an attack on the government building in Nabatieh the previous day.
According to statements by the Israeli military, operations against southern Lebanon are being conducted intensively.
Funeral ceremony for 13 security personnel killed in Israel’s attacks on Lebanon, 11 April 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
According to the military statement, more than 200 targets were struck by air raids in the past 24 hours. These attacks were said to target Hezbollah elements, particularly missile launchers.
Additionally, air support has been provided to Israeli ground forces advancing in southern Lebanon. This indicates that the operation is not limited to air strikes but involves coordinated use of air and ground assets.
In the fighting in southern Lebanon, two Israeli soldiers from the Paratroopers Brigade were injured.
The Israeli military stated that these soldiers were wounded by shrapnel during clashes with Hezbollah members and that their injuries were moderate. The injured soldiers were taken to hospital.
Hezbollah supporters in Beirut protest the government over planned negotiations with Israel, 11 April 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Hasan Fadlullah, a member of parliament from Hezbollah’s political wing, the Loyalty to the Resistance Bloc, strongly criticized the Lebanese government’s steps toward direct negotiations with Israel. Fadlullah stated that these initiatives contradict the Lebanese Constitution, laws and the National Pact and endanger the country’s future.
Fadlullah noted that direct negotiations “deepen internal divisions further” and emphasized that this process is occurring at a time when the country most urgently needs internal peace. He accused the government of making decisions that harm coexistence and declared that “nothing will be gained from negotiations with Israel except disappointment and loss”.
Fadlullah also argued that the government has not adequately leveraged Iran’s support for Lebanon and claimed that current policies have contributed to the prolongation of Israeli attacks. In his statement, he asserted that Israel has been defeated in southern Lebanon and affirmed that resistance will continue.
On the other hand, Naim Kassem also declared that he and his group will “continue resistance until their last breath” and called on the government to “not offer free concessions”.
In Beirut, hundreds of Hezbollah supporters organized anti-government protests in response to planned direct negotiations with Israel.
Hezbollah supporters in Beirut protest the government over planned negotiations with Israel, 11 April 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Demonstrators gathered in front of the government building in the capital, carrying Hezbollah flags, protesting Prime Minister Nawwaf Salam and chanting anti-Israel and anti-US slogans. The fact that these protests occurred amid ongoing Israeli attacks drew attention.
The backdrop to the protests included Benjamin Netanyahu’s announcement on 10 April that he had ordered direct negotiations with Lebanon to begin. Additionally, the Lebanese Presidency announced that the first meeting on a ceasefire and negotiation process under US mediation will be held in Washington. Naim Kassem reiterated that he and his group will “continue resistance until their last breath” and called on the government to “not offer free concessions”.
In a statement by Hezbollah, a total of 34 attacks were launched against Israeli military positions on 11 April 2026. The attacks were carried out using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and rockets.
According to the statement, Israeli soldiers were targeted in the villages of Shema, Adise, Beyyada and Marun er-Ras in southern Lebanon. Additionally, attacks were carried out against Merkava tanks belonging to the Israeli military in the Bint Jubayl district.
Hezbollah’s attacks extended beyond Lebanese territory and targeted northern Israel. The settlements of Kiryat Shmona, Shomera, Ayelet Hashahar, Misgav Am, Metula, Admit, Yiron and Avivim were targeted. In addition, attacks were launched against the cities of Safed and Nehariya and the military posts of Yaara, Branit and Matat. The statement also indicated that the Amiad Base in northern Israel was also targeted.
According to a statement by Lebanon’s Ministry of Health, the total death toll since the attacks began on 2 March 2026 has reached 2,020, and the number of injured has reached 6,436. Among the deceased, 165 children and 248 women were identified.
Losses to the healthcare infrastructure were also significant. The statement indicated that 85 healthcare workers have been killed, 188 have been injured, six hospitals have been taken out of service, and 89 ambulances have been rendered unusable.
Throughout the night of 12 April 2026, the Israeli military conducted intensive air attacks targeting southern Lebanon. The assaults focused particularly on villages affiliated with the cities of Sur and Nabatieh.
According to NNA, in the village of Kana, affiliated with Sur, civilian homes and infrastructure were targeted, resulting in at least five civilians killed and many others injured. In the same wave of attacks, multiple locations in the village of el-Hiyam, affiliated with Nabatieh, were bombed, and three injured were taken to hospital.
As night progressed, the scope of the attacks expanded, with Bafliye, Kavneyn and surrounding villages also becoming targets of air strikes. It was reported that Israeli warplanes continued their attacks on settlements in the south.
Later reports indicated that the number of those killed in the attacks rose from five to eleven, then to twelve. In an attack on the village of Marub, affiliated with Sur, six people were killed, increasing the total death toll from the attacks in Kana and elsewhere.
The geographic scope of the attacks also expanded into the Bekaa Valley, where one person was killed when a house in the village of Mishgara was targeted. In the Nabatieh region, the villages of Yatir, Berashit and Kefra near Bint Jubayl were subjected to intense attacks. Meanwhile, it was reported that white phosphorus bombs were used in an attack on the village of Mansuri, affiliated with Sur, and that the attacks were intensifying both in frequency and in the type of munitions used.
As part of its operations in southern Lebanon, the Israeli military expanded its ground campaign toward strategic locations. In this context, it was reported that the Bint Jubayl district has been encircled. According to Israeli media reports, in Bint Jubayl, affiliated with Nabatieh, air and ground attacks were simultaneously intensified, and the area has been surrounded by Israeli forces.
It was reported that Israeli forces have begun entering the encircled area. Officials claimed that a large number of Hezbollah members are present in the area, and that 20 Hezbollah members were killed in attacks carried out within a hospital compound.
According to a statement by Lebanon’s Ministry of Health, the total death toll has risen to 2,055 following 35 fatalities in the past 24 hours. The same statement indicated that the number of injured has reached 6,588. Among the deceased, 165 children and 252 women were identified. Additionally, 87 healthcare workers have been killed and 190 have been injured.
Damage to healthcare infrastructure was also significant. The statement noted that six hospitals remain out of service and 90 ambulances are unusable.
Benjamin Netanyahu visited the southern region of Lebanon, which is under Israeli attack, accompanied by a delegation. According to Israeli state television KAN, Netanyahu was accompanied by Yisrael Katz and Eyal Zamir. During the visit, a meeting was held to assess the status of ongoing air and ground operations. Discussions reportedly covered military activities in southern Lebanon and developments in the occupied areas.
In his statement regarding operations in southern Lebanon, Yisrael Katz indicated that they could subject the region to a destruction process similar to that of the Gaza Strip. Katz referenced the situation in Gaza, saying, “All the houses are being destroyed. We saw how this works in Gaza”.
Katz also stated that settlements south of the Litani River will be evacuated and that civilians will not be permitted to return until security is ensured in northern Israel. It was reported that Israel has named its attacks on settlements along its border the “Operation Silver Plow”.
On the other hand, following his field visit, Benjamin Netanyahu stated that attacks on southern Lebanon will continue. Netanyahu declared, “There is much more to be done, and we are doing it”, affirming the continuation of operations. He also claimed that the attacks have eliminated threats emanating from southern Lebanon.
In attacks conducted by the Israeli military in southern Lebanon, developments have been recorded indicating that medical teams have been targeted. According to NNA, after an air strike on a fuel station in the village of Beyt Yahun, affiliated with Nabatieh, and reportedly linked to Hezbollah, Lebanese Red Cross teams responding to the scene were targeted, resulting in two healthcare workers being injured by a UAV attack.
Subsequently, Lebanon’s Ministry of Health reported that one of the injured healthcare workers died, while the other remained injured. The ministry stated that the Israeli military directly targeted the medical team.
The Ministry of Health emphasized that this attack constitutes a violation of international humanitarian law and announced that it will initiate efforts to hold those responsible accountable before international courts.
In his statement regarding the ongoing attacks in southern Lebanon, Nawwaf Salam declared that the country’s south will not be abandoned. Salam emphasized that national unity is essential to halt Israeli attacks and ensure the return of displaced persons, stressing that “the south of Lebanon will not be abandoned again”. He indicated that the situation facing Lebanon is not merely a security issue but also one of political and social cohesion.
On the eve of the anniversary of the civil war, Salam remarked on international support efforts, saying, “They have found themselves in a much larger game”. He also addressed the destruction and humanitarian crisis caused by the attacks, asserting that protecting the southern regions is a national duty.
Salam stated that he will work toward the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanon and the return of displaced persons, while emphasizing the necessity of a strong, unified and just state structure. In his statement, he called for the preservation of national unity and social cohesion.
Rescue operations for those trapped under rubble following Israel’s attack on Lebanon on 8 April, 13 April 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
In a statement by Hezbollah, a total of 33 attacks were launched against the Israeli military on 12 April 2026 using UAVs and rockets. The statement indicated that Israeli soldiers and military vehicles were targeted in the villages of Hiyam, Taybe, Rashaf, Kuzuh, Ayn Ibil, Dibil, Beyt Lif, Beyyada, Meys el-Cebel and Shema in southern Lebanon. Additionally, clashes occurred on Shamran Hill and in the eastern part of Bint Jubayl, and Israeli forces in the Balat region of the south were targeted.
Hezbollah’s attacks also extended to northern Israel. According to the statement, attacks were launched against the city of Nehariya and the settlements of Yiron, Kiryat Shmona, Beit Hillel, Rosh Pina, Karmiel, Dafna, Goren, Metula, Avivim, Dishon, Shilomi, Yuval and Gaaton. The statement also indicated that the Meron Base and the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights settlements of Katzrin and al-Alika were targeted.
Throughout the night of 13 April 2026, the Israeli military conducted intensive attacks targeting southern Lebanon. According to NNA, the village of Bazuriye, affiliated with Sur, was targeted in at least nine air strikes, resulting in one death and nine injuries. The attacks caused serious damage to schools and residential buildings, and search and rescue operations are underway in the area.
Rescue operations for those trapped under rubble following Israel’s attack on Lebanon on 8 April, 13 April 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
The Israeli military also targeted the villages of Kalile, Mansuri, Hınniyye, Mecdel Zun and Buyut es-Sayyad along the Sur front, launched white phosphorus bombs and artillery fire on the village of Zebkin, and conducted an air strike on the village of Sıddikin.
Attacks were also concentrated in the Nabatieh region. One person was killed in each of the villages of Upper Nabatieh and West Siyr, and two were killed in the village of Shukin. In the city center, numerous buildings in the El-Heva neighborhood were destroyed by air strikes, and a house in the village of Cibşit was targeted. Additionally, air strikes continued against the village of Hiyam.
In attacks involving ground forces, the area of Saff el-Heva at the entrance to the Bint Jubayl district was targeted by artillery fire. It was reported that ground operations continue in the vicinity of Bint Jubayl, which was encircled in previous days. As a result of these attacks, a total of five people were killed since the night began.
The Israeli military announced that the encirclement of the Bint Jubayl district in southern Lebanon has been completed and ground occupation has begun. In a statement by IDF Spokesperson Avichay Adraee, it was confirmed that the 98th Division has fully encircled the district. According to the statement, paratrooper, commando and Givati units launched intense ground assaults, entering the area from multiple directions.
It was stated that ground clashes are taking place, with air strikes continuing simultaneously. The Israeli military claimed that as a result of the attacks, over 100 Hezbollah members have been killed, numerous infrastructure elements have been destroyed, and weapons have been seized.
According to Israeli media reports, Bint Jubayl has been under intense attack for a week, and due to its strategic position near the Israeli border, it is viewed as a key center for Hezbollah rocket attacks. Additionally, it was reported that the Israeli military cut off access to the area to prevent reinforcements, then entered the district and began building-by-building searches. Following these operations, assessments have been made that buildings may be completely destroyed.
Israel’s Attacks Against Lebanon (2026), are military operations launched by the Israeli military across Lebanon on 2 March 2026, following Hezbollah’s missile and drone attacks against northern Israel, and expanded by air, sea, and ground forces.
The attacks spread to southern and eastern Lebanon, beginning with Beirut’s Dahieh district. The Israeli military stated it targeted Hezbollah’s military and financial assets, issued evacuation orders in the south, and conducted ground advances along the border. As of 14 April 2026, the attacks continue.
Israel’s attacks on Beirut, 2 March 2026 - (Associated Press)
On the morning of 2 March 2026, Hezbollah announced it had launched missile and unmanned aerial vehicle attacks from southern Lebanon against northern Israel. The statement indicated the attacks were a response to Israel’s nearly daily strikes against Lebanon and the assassination of Iran’s religious leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hezbollah carried out the attack targeting an Israeli military facility near Haifa.
The Israeli Military Spokesperson confirmed that missiles had been launched from Lebanon and that sirens were activated across the country’s north following the missile launches.
The Israeli press reported that this attack was the most intense launched by Hezbollah since the ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel on 27 November 2024. Israeli television channel Channel 12 reported that six missiles had been fired from Lebanon.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had carried out a series of simultaneous attacks in Lebanon and Iran. The statement indicated the attacks were conducted in response to Hezbollah’s missile launches.
The Israeli military stated that high-ranking Hezbollah officials in Beirut’s southern suburbs had been targeted with precision munitions. The attacks were carried out by the Israeli Air Force and Navy.
The statement also indicated that a weapons storage facility in the Lebanese city of Sour, alleged to belong to Hezbollah, had been targeted. Additionally, command centers accused of deepening ties between Iran and Hezbollah were also struck.
In its initial statement, the Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that Israeli air strikes on Beirut and southern regions had killed 31 people and injured 149.
In the evening of 2 March, the Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the death toll from Israeli attacks had increased by 21 to reach 52, and the number of injured had reached 154. The ministry stated that Israel had carried out 221 attacks. It also reported that 28,586 people had been forcibly displaced and that 186 centers were serving as temporary shelters.
Damage in the Baalbek region of southern Lebanon, target of Israeli attack, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, in a statement on the U.S.-based social media platform X, said: “Hezbollah will pay a heavy price for firing at Israel.”
In the same statement, he referred to Hezbollah’s Secretary General Naim Qassem: “Naim Qassem, who decided under Iranian pressure to open fire, is now marked for assassination.”
Katz further stated: “Everyone who follows the path of Ali Khamenei will soon find themselves alongside those removed from the axis of evil, in the depths of hell.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced the launch of a campaign against Hezbollah. In his statement, he said: “We have launched a campaign against Hezbollah and must prepare for several days of fighting.” He added: “We are not merely on the defensive; we are going on the offensive.”
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanese territory. Aoun noted that rocket launches from Lebanese soil risked drawing the country into the region’s dangerous military confrontations.
In the same statement, he emphasized that these rocket launches were aimed at undermining Lebanon’s efforts to keep the country out of conflict. Aoun declared that the state would not allow Lebanon to be turned once again into a platform for wars unrelated to its own interests.
The president also stressed that parties ignoring repeated calls to preserve security and stability would be held responsible for any negative developments. Aoun affirmed that the Lebanese state would not permit such a situation to recur and that the Lebanese people would not accept it.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam characterized the rocket launches from southern Lebanon against Israel as “irresponsible and suspicious acts.” Salam stated: “Regardless of who is behind them, these launches threaten Lebanon’s security and stability.” He added: “Lebanon will not allow itself to be dragged into new adventures.” He also affirmed that those responsible would be identified and all necessary measures taken to protect the Lebanese people.
Following the Israeli attacks, Nawaf Salam convened an emergency cabinet meeting. The meeting took place at 08:00 local time at the Presidential Palace. The developments since midnight on 2 March were reviewed and measures to be taken by the government were discussed.
On 2 March 2026, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the government had banned Hezbollah’s military and security activities and limited the group’s role to political functions.
In a statement following the cabinet meeting, Salam said: “The state rejects any military or security action launched from Lebanese territory.”
Salam stated: “The decision for war and peace belongs solely to the state,” and confirmed that the cabinet had decided to ban military operations outside legitimate state institutions. He ordered the Lebanese Armed Forces to firmly implement a plan to bring weapons under state control, particularly north of the Litani River.
In the evening of 2 March, Muhammad Raad, Speaker of Hezbollah’s Parliamentary Bloc, criticized the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities. Raad, who was alleged to have been killed in Israeli attacks, made statements on Al Manar, the television channel affiliated with Hezbollah.
In response to the government’s ban on Hezbollah’s military activities, Raad stated: “While the Lebanese people waited for the attack to be banned, they faced a decision banning the rejection of the attack. The government failed to use its claimed international friendships to force the enemy to halt the war against our country.”
On 2 March 2026, Israeli military spokesperson Ella Waweya, in a video message posted on the U.S.-based social media platform X, announced that more than 50 settlements in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley would be targeted and urged residents to immediately evacuate their homes. The statement specified that residents of these areas must move at least 1,000 meters away to open areas.
Thousands flee southern Lebanon for Beirut following Israeli attack threats, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
Following Israel’s attack threats, thousands of people from southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley began migrating northward. Those forced to abandon their homes caused severe traffic congestion. Displacement was reported from southern suburbs of Beirut and parts of southern Lebanon toward central Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
Following the Israeli attacks, all private and public schools and vocational and technical training institutions in Lebanon suspended educational activities for security reasons.
The Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education stated that the decision was made in light of concerns for public safety and the extraordinary security situation.
The ministry noted that many displaced persons were being housed in schools and that relevant authorities would evaluate developments daily in coordination.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it had conducted an air strike in the southern suburbs of Beirut and targeted a “senior Hezbollah member.” The statement indicated the strike targeted the Madi neighborhood but provided no further details on identity. The Israeli military described the strike as a “pinpoint operation.”
Israeli air strikes were reported to have targeted various villages in southern Lebanon. The villages of Bint Jubayl, Arabsalim, and Hula in the Nabatieh Governorate, as well as Hos Rafika and Doris in the eastern Baalbek region, were identified as targets. Three civilians were reported injured in the attack on Hos Rafika.
The villages of Sela, Debal, Mareke, Siddikin, and Deyr Amis in the city of Sour were also targeted. Additionally, air strikes were reported against the villages of Mahrune, Tayr Felsay, Bazuriyye, Semaiye, Hiniyye, Mansuri, Mecdel Zon, Kana, and Shiaytiye under Sour, and Kalviyye, Hasada, and Hira Tayr Debe under Nabatieh.
A heavy Israeli air strike targeted the town of Srifa in southern Lebanon, and two separate strikes were carried out on the Al-Salihiya neighborhood in Nabatieh. These attacks reportedly caused widespread destruction and fires in buildings and vehicles. The areas around Al-Shahabiya and Deir Qanoun al-Nahr in southern Lebanon were also targeted.
On 2 March 2026, it was reported that Israel began mobilizing 100,000 reserve soldiers as part of preparations to expand its attacks against Iran and Lebanon.
The Israeli military stated that the ongoing operation’s codename is “Operation Roaring Lion” and that reserve forces are being called up to reinforce various fronts. The Israeli military confirmed it is continuing its campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
The Israeli military conducts intense air strikes on Beirut, Lebanon’s capital, 2 March 2026 - (Anadolu Ajansı)
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced it would target branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen across Lebanon. Israeli Military Spokesperson Avichay Adraee shared on his social media account maps highlighting over 30 locations marked in red across Lebanon. These maps included numerous areas, including the capital Beirut.
The Israeli military stated that the marked locations were branches of Hezbollah’s financial institution Karz-i Hasen. It warned that people must stay at least 300 meters away from these buildings.
On 2 March 2026, it was reported that the Israeli military conducted air strikes against financial institutions affiliated with Hezbollah across Lebanon. According to Lebanon’s official news agency NNA, the Israeli military bombed the locations previously announced as targets. Sour, Nabatieh, and Baalbek were reported as locations where branches of Karz-i Hasen were targeted.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military conducted intensive air strikes on Beirut’s Dahieh district. The first wave included five air strikes on Dahieh. In the evening of 2 March, Israeli fighter jets targeted the district again, followed by loud explosions.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military announced that since launching attacks on Lebanon in response to Hezbollah’s missile launches, it had carried out over 70 air strikes nationwide. The military stated that a wave of attacks against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon had been completed.
It was claimed that over 70 weapons depots, launch sites, and ramps belonging to Hezbollah had been targeted. The Israeli military asserted that these targets were intended for use in attacks against Israel.
On 2 March 2026, Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that the attacks against Lebanon would not end until the “threat” originating from Lebanon was eliminated and Hezbollah was disarmed. Speaking after a meeting with commanders along the northern border, Zamir emphasized their focus on Iran and declared: “We will not end the war unless Hezbollah suffers a serious blow and is disarmed.”
Zamir stated that Israel was acting decisively and conducting strikes against the Iranian regime, and that it was in “unique cooperation” with the U.S. military. He claimed the attacks were a response to the Lebanese government and army’s failure to heed recent calls for Hezbollah’s disarmament. Zamir added: “We know how to defend ourselves alone.”
He argued that the war would end not only when Iran suffered damage but also when Hezbollah sustained a severe blow. Zamir stated that the Israeli military had “planned and prepared to operate simultaneously on multiple fronts” and that these plans had been ready for a long time.
On the same day, Israeli Military Spokesperson Effie Defrin indicated that all options regarding Lebanon remained on the table and signaled that Israel could initiate a ground invasion. In response to a question about the possibility of a ground assault on Lebanon, Defrin stated: “All options are on the table.”
Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer, in an interview on French channel BFMTV, addressed Israel’s years-long attacks on Lebanon. He stated that Israel had not responded positively to the Lebanese government and president’s good-faith negotiation efforts and showed no willingness to make progress in talks.
Chaer stated: “The weapons held by Hezbollah no longer threaten Israel, and Israel knows this very well.” He added: “Israel has not given the Lebanese government any opportunity to resolve the Hezbollah issue.” Chaer expressed serious concern that Israel might launch ground attacks, stating: “We fear that Israel is seizing this historic opportunity to occupy southern Lebanon and establish the buffer zone it has long dreamed of.”
The Israeli military launched attacks targeting southern Lebanon during the night hours of 15 April 2026. According to Lebanon’s official agency NNA, an air strike in the early hours of the day targeting a vehicle in the city of Sour killed one person and injured eight. Another strike targeted the village of Abbasiyeh, a suburb of Sour, injuring three people. It was also reported that Israeli warplanes bombed the villages of Barish, Itit, Mareke, Hiyyam, Ganduriyyeh and Yahun during the same time period.
The attacks continued through the night and expanded in scope toward morning. An Israeli air strike on the village of Ensariyeh, located near Sidon, killed five people. During the same period, the village of el-Kleyle, a suburb of Sour, was also targeted from the air. According to NNA, these strikes were not isolated air operations but formed part of a broader series of attacks directed at populated areas.
From morning onward, the affected area expanded further. Israeli warplanes reportedly targeted the villages of Kadmus, Mahmudiyyeh, Kalile, Ensariyyeh, Hırbet Duveyr, Mecedil and Cibaa. In the attack on Kadmus, four people were killed and three injured. The death toll in Ensariyyeh was reported as five. A subsequent update confirmed that an air strike targeting a house in Cibaa killed four members of the same family, raising the total death toll since the night to 13.
The attacks were not limited to aerial bombardments. In the village of Hanin, several homes were reportedly destroyed by explosives planted by the Israeli military, while the area around Bint Jbeil was targeted by artillery fire. Additionally, the Israeli military was reported to have conducted air strikes on two vehicles traveling on the Beirut-Sidon highway, though no information regarding casualties or injuries from these strikes was released.
On the same day, the Israeli military also issued statements regarding ground operations. Army spokesperson Avichay Adraee stated that units under the 91st Division continued ground assaults in southern Lebanon “to strengthen the forward defense line”. The statement added that during these ground operations, weapons and ammunition attributed to Hezbollah were seized, and several homes allegedly used by Hezbollah elements were targeted with air support.
As noon approached on 15 April 2026, the Israeli military issued a new threat warning for a broader area in southern Lebanon. Army spokesperson Avichay Adraee shared a map marked in red indicating the region stretching from the Zahrani River south of Sidon to the Israeli border. The statement called for the evacuation of all areas south of the Zahrani River within approximately 40 kilometers of the Israel-Lebanon border.
International statements regarding the developments in Lebanon on 15 April 2026 continued. Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand announced on X that she had held a phone conversation with Yusuf al-Rajhi. The discussion addressed the security situation and humanitarian conditions in Lebanon.
Anand conveyed condolences over the deaths of numerous civilians in Lebanon, including a Canadian citizen. She affirmed Canada’s support for the Lebanese government’s efforts to “re-establish and fully exercise state authority”. She also confirmed that Canada continues to support the Lebanese people and will provide humanitarian assistance amounting to 37.7 million Canadian dollars.
On 15 April 2026, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Mike Waltz made statements regarding direct talks held in Washington between Israel and Lebanon. Speaking at Georgetown University in Washington DC, Waltz described the talks as “a major success”.
In his assessment of the diplomatic process, Waltz emphasized the importance of the parties meeting in the same room, stating: “As a diplomat, I have learned that sometimes the mere act of convening and bringing all parties into one room is a major success.” Waltz noted that Lebanon presented a “tremendous opportunity” and that the talks had established a new diplomatic foundation.
When asked directly about the status of a ceasefire and Israel’s withdrawal from southern Lebanon, Waltz did not respond. Instead, he posed the question: “When will we see Hezbollah fully neutralized and disarmed?” While providing no details on the talks themselves, Waltz indicated that “signs are positive” and that momentum had been created to sustain the diplomatic process.
On 16 April 2026, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Kalibaf, made a statement regarding the ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Lebanon and Israel. Kalibaf opposed the agenda of disarming Hezbollah, asserting that Hezbollah and Iran are one entity.
In his statement, Kalibaf said, “The completion and permanence of a comprehensive ceasefire in Lebanon will be the result of Hezbollah’s resistance and determined struggle, as well as the unity of the Resistance Axis.”
Speaking on the relationship between Iran and Hezbollah, Kalibaf stated, “The Resistance (Hezbollah) and Iran are one unit, whether in war or in ceasefire. The United States must step back from its ‘Israel first’ mistake.”
On 16 April 2026, Israeli military strikes continued against southern Lebanon. According to the Lebanese official agency NNA, Israeli warplanes targeted the town center of Nabatieh and the villages of Tebnine, Kefre, Haris, Katrani and Sarfand during nighttime hours.
In the attack on Tebnine, a hospital’s vicinity was targeted, resulting in material damage to the medical facility.
On 16 April 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that a meeting between Israeli and Lebanese leaders would take place after approximately 34 years. In a social media post, Trump stated that efforts were being made to create “some breathing room” between the two countries and added, “It has been a long time since the two leaders spoke—34 years, in fact.”
Following Trump’s announcement, Lebanese officials offered conflicting assessments. Two unnamed senior Lebanese sources told the Anadolu Agency that they had no information regarding any planned phone call between President Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
On the Israeli side, statements indicated that a meeting could take place. Israeli Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Gila Gamliel confirmed that a discussion between Netanyahu and Aoun would occur and stated that it would take place on the same day.
On 2 March 2026, the Israeli military launched air and naval strikes against southern Beirut and southern and eastern regions of Lebanon following rocket and unmanned aerial vehicle attacks by Hezbollah targeting northern Israel. The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that 31 people were killed and 149 were injured in the attacks. Israeli Chief of General Staff Eyal Zamir declared that a campaign of attacks against Hezbollah had been initiated. Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, however, characterized the rocket fire from the south as irresponsible behavior and stated that the government had banned Hezbollah’s military activities.
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Developments on March 21–22
March 23, 2026
Developments on 18 March
March 24, 2026
Hezbollah’s Attack Against Northern Israel
March 24, 2026
Israel’s Air and Naval Attacks Across Lebanon
March 24, 2026
Statements and Threats by Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz
March 24, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and Declaration of “Attack Campaign”
March 24, 2026
Statements by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun
March 24, 2026
Statements and Government Decisions by Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam
March 24, 2026
Evacuation Warnings and Population Movement
March 24, 2026
Operational Statements by the Israeli Military
March 24, 2026
Air Strikes Against Hezbollah’s Financial Institution Karz-i Hasen
March 24, 2026
Israeli Military’s Attack Statement
March 24, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff and Military Spokesperson
March 24, 2026
Statements by Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer
March 25, 2026
Developments on 24 March 2026
March 26, 2026
Developments on 25 March 2026
March 28, 2026
March 26, 2026 – Developments in Lebanon
March 30, 2026
Developments on 28 March 2026
March 30, 2026
Developments on 29 March 2026
March 31, 2026
Developments on 30 March 2026
March 31, 2026
Attacks on UNIFIL and International Reactions (30 March 2026)
March 31, 2026
Developments on 31 March 2026
April 1, 2026
Developments on 1 April 2026
April 1, 2026
Overall Assessment of Israel’s Attacks on Lebanon in the First Month (2 March – 1 April 2026)
April 2, 2026
Developments on 30 March 2026
April 2, 2026
Attacks on UNIFIL and International Reactions (30 March 2026)
April 2, 2026
Developments on 31 March 2026
April 6, 2026
Hezbollah’s Attack Against Northern Israel
April 6, 2026
Israel’s Air and Naval Attacks Across Lebanon
April 6, 2026
Statements and Threats by Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz
April 6, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and Declaration of “Attack Campaign”
April 6, 2026
Statements by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun
April 6, 2026
Statements and Government Decisions by Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam
April 6, 2026
Evacuation Warnings and Population Movement
April 6, 2026
Operational Statements by the Israeli Military
April 6, 2026
Air Strikes Against Hezbollah’s Financial Institution Karz-i Hasen
April 6, 2026
Israeli Military’s Attack Statement
April 6, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff and Military Spokesperson
April 6, 2026
Statements by Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer
April 7, 2026
Hezbollah’s Attack Against Northern Israel
April 7, 2026
Israel’s Air and Naval Attacks Across Lebanon
April 7, 2026
Statements and Threats by Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz
April 7, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and Declaration of “Attack Campaign”
April 7, 2026
Statements by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun
April 7, 2026
Statements and Government Decisions by Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam
April 7, 2026
Evacuation Warnings and Population Movement
April 7, 2026
Operational Statements by the Israeli Military
April 7, 2026
Air Strikes Against Hezbollah’s Financial Institution Karz-i Hasan
April 7, 2026
Israeli Military’s Attack Statement
April 7, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff and Military Spokesperson
April 7, 2026
Statements by Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer
April 9, 2026
Hezbollah’s Attack Against Northern Israel
April 9, 2026
Israel’s Air and Naval Attacks Across Lebanon
April 9, 2026
Statements and Threats by Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz
April 9, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and Declaration of “Attack Campaign”
April 9, 2026
Statements by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun
April 9, 2026
Statements and Government Decisions by Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam
April 9, 2026
Evacuation Warnings and Population Movement
April 9, 2026
Operational Statements by the Israeli Military
April 9, 2026
Air Strikes Against Hezbollah’s Financial Institution Karz-i Hasen
April 9, 2026
Israeli Military’s Attack Statement
April 9, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff and Military Spokesperson
April 9, 2026
Statements by Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer
April 9, 2026
Developments on 9 April 2026
April 9, 2026
Debates on Whether the Ceasefire Includes Lebanon (9 April 2026)
April 9, 2026
Military and Humanitarian Toll of the 8 April Attacks
April 9, 2026
Israeli Military and Political Statements (9 April 2026)
April 9, 2026
Official Lebanese Statements and Internal Security Measures (9 April 2026)
April 9, 2026
Trump’s Conversation with Netanyahu and Call to Reduce Attacks (9 April 2026)
April 9, 2026
Developments Regarding the Israel–Lebanon Direct Negotiation Process (9 April 2026)
April 10, 2026
Hezbollah’s Attack Against Northern Israel
April 10, 2026
Israel’s Air and Naval Attacks Across Lebanon
April 10, 2026
Statements and Threats by Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz
April 10, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and Declaration of “Attack Campaign”
April 10, 2026
Statements by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun
April 10, 2026
Statements and Government Decisions by Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam
April 10, 2026
Evacuation Warnings and Population Movement
April 10, 2026
Operational Statements by the Israeli Military
April 10, 2026
Air Strikes Against Hezbollah’s Financial Institution Karz-i Hasen
April 10, 2026
Israeli Military’s Attack Statement
April 10, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff and Military Spokesperson
April 10, 2026
Statements by Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer
April 13, 2026
Developments on 11 April 2026
April 13, 2026
Developments on 12 April 2026
April 13, 2026
Developments on 13 April 2026
April 14, 2026
Hezbollah’s Attack Against Northern Israel
April 14, 2026
Israel’s Air and Naval Attacks Across Lebanon
April 14, 2026
Statements and Threats by Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz
April 14, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and Declaration of “Attack Campaign”
April 14, 2026
Statements by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun
April 14, 2026
Statements and Government Decisions by Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam
April 14, 2026
Evacuation Warnings and Population Movement
April 14, 2026
Operational Statements by the Israeli Military
April 14, 2026
Air Strikes Against Hezbollah’s Financial Institution Karz-i Hasen
April 14, 2026
Israeli Military’s Attack Statement
April 14, 2026
Statements by Israeli Chief of Staff and Military Spokesperson
April 14, 2026
Statements by Lebanese Ambassador to Paris Rabih Chaer
April 15, 2026
Developments on 15 April 2026
April 16, 2026
Developments as of 15 April 2026
April 16, 2026
Claims of a Meeting Between Israeli and Lebanese Leaders After 34 Years