A mass civilian exodus is underway in Lebanon as thousands flee from Beirut’s southern suburbs and towns across the south amid Israel’s deadliest assault on the country in over a year The Israeli strikes began overnight on March 2, prompting a significant humanitarian situation
Highways leading north from the affected areas have become gridlocked as families evacuate with whatever belongings they can carry Many are seeking refuge in makeshift shelters, including public schools in the capital, Beirut, as they search for safety According to Lebanon’s Health Ministry, the initial wave of strikes killed at least 31 people and wounded 149
The violence marks a significant escalation in the region. Displaced civilians described scenes of terror and uncertainty as they fled the bombardment. "I’m headed towards Beirut, but I don’t know where yet. We don’t have a place to stay," one fleeing resident told reporters, highlighting the precarious conditions for those escaping the violence The attacks represent the most severe Israeli bombardment on Lebanon in more than twelve months, raising concerns about a wider conflict and the stability of the border region
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