Two Israeli airstrikes hit a building in southern Lebanon on Tuesday. Nine people were killed. Three of them were rescue workers. Officials in Lebanon say the second strike happened as emergency teams tried to save those hurt in the blast.
- The attack took place in the town of Majdal Zoun.
- The Lebanon health ministry says Civil Defense members arrived after the strike to help victims.
- A second strike followed after. It trapped them under rubble.
Authorities have not released the names of the six victims.
Lebanese officials call it a “tap” strike. This tactic involves hitting the spot twice. It often targets rescuers and civilians who gather after the explosion.
- Human rights groups warn that such actions may break law.
- They say targeting emergency responders could be a war crime.
Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam strongly condemned the attack. He called the killing of rescue workers a violation. He accused Israel of breaking the ceasefire.
The Israeli military says it targeted Hezbollah infrastructure. It claimed the strike focused on a Hezbollah commander operating near forces.
- Officials added that the incident is under review.
- Israel says it has the right to act in self-defense against threats from Hezbollah.
- The agreement allows action against ongoing attacks.. Critics argue the wording is too broad.
- The ministry does not separate civilians from fighters in its reports.
- Officials stress that many victims are non-combatants.
The continued violence raises concerns about emergency team safety, in conflict zones.
