Escalating Violence: Israel Targets Bridges in Southern Lebanon
Amid ongoing conflict, Israeli strikes have reportedly resulted in rising casualties, with thirteen confirmed dead, including women and children.
Recent Israeli military actions have led to the destruction of river bridges in southern Lebanon, exacerbating the already tense situation in the region.
According to the health ministry, the death toll has reached thirteen, with reports indicating that among the deceased are four women and a child.
Despite a declared ceasefire, fighting continues, raising concerns about the potential for further escalation in the conflict.
Updates
Update at 09:41 UTC on 2026-05-02
BBC World reported Four women and a child are among the dead, as fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire.
Sources: BBC World
Update at 15:34 UTC on 2026-05-02
EuroNews reported State media reported that several villages were hit as neighbourhoods near the border are being levelled. The IDF maintains that 50 airstrikes conducted over 24 hours specifically targeted Hezbollah infrastructure.
Sources: EuroNews
Update at 17:22 UTC on 2026-05-13
BBC World reported Two children are among those reported dead after seven cars were struck in separate attacks south of Beirut.
Sources: BBC World