International tensions flared this week as Israel launched deadly strikes across Lebanon just hours after a US-Iran ceasefire took effect Wednesday. With at least 254 killed and 1,165 injured – many in Beirut’s crowded neighborhoods – the attacks have been called "a full-fledged war crime" by Lebanese officials. 💔
Ceasefire Confusion Fuels Crisis
While Washington and Tehran began a two-week truce April 8, Israel insists the agreement doesn’t cover Lebanon. This contradicts mediator Pakistan’s stance, creating dangerous ambiguity. Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam declared Thursday a national day of mourning, vowing to escalate diplomatic efforts.
Hezbollah Vows Retaliation
The militant group fired rockets into northern Israel Thursday, calling the strikes "barbaric aggression." Senior lawmaker Ibrahim al-Moussawi told Reuters: "Israel…committed massacres all across Lebanon" despite ceasefire assurances.
Global Reactions Intensify
Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri accused Israel of testing international resolve, while UN officials scramble to prevent broader regional conflict. With Hezbollah warning of "repercussions for the entire agreement," all eyes remain on whether the fragile truce can hold. 🔍
