US EditionLebanon Says 26 Paramedics Were Killed in Israeli Strikes Since March 2
At least 26 medics have died in strikes since March 2 as Israel targets Hezbollah's alleged misuse of ambulances for military purposes in Lebanon.
- On Friday, the Israeli military warned it may strike ambulances in Lebanon if Hezbollah's use of them for military purposes does not stop, Avichai Adraee said.
- Iran-Aligned Hezbollah opened fire on March 2, and Israel has launched an extensive bombing campaign while deploying troops to its northern border, signaling plans for a long conflict.
- The Lebanese Health Ministry says at least 26 medics and first responders have been killed since March 2, while prior Israeli raids damaged hospitals and much of the Gaza Strip was reduced to rubble.
- Israeli officials say attacks on civilian infrastructure are debated as the campaign intensifies; on Friday Israel bombed a bridge in southern Lebanon and Israel Katz threatened strikes, while Israeli military precautions aim to reduce civilian harm.
- Haaretz reported direct talks are expected in the coming days with Jared Kushner involved, while a Hezbollah official denied misuse of ambulances protected under international law and Naim Qassem said his group is prepared for a long confrontation.
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Tensions Rise: Israel Accuses Hezbollah of Misusing Medical Facilities
The Israeli military has warned of potential strikes on ambulances and medical facilities in Lebanon, accusing Hezbollah of misusing them for military activities. Hezbollah denies these claims. The conflict has escalated with significant casualties on both sides, as Israel plans an extended campaign against the Iran-backed group.
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The Straits TimesIsrael threatens to strike ambulances in Lebanon in Hezbollah fighting
By Maayan Lubell and Nazih OsseiranJERUSALEM/BEIRUT March 14 (Reuters) - The Israeli military warned on Saturday that it may strike ambulances and medical facilities which it said were being used unlawfully by Hezbollah in Lebanon, though it did not provide evidence for the claim."As part of its terrorist activities, Hezbollah is using ambulances extensively for military purposes," the Israeli military's Arabic spokesman Avichai Adraee said on X…
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