9 people were killed and 34 others were injured, most of them children and women, in Israeli raids on the city of Tyre, in southern Lebanon, while civil defense teams continue to search for missing people among the dead and wounded among the rubble of buildings destroyed by Israeli raids on the city. Six people were also killed in the raids on Villages in the Western Bekaa, eastern Lebanon, during the past hours.
In this context, and in a series of Israeli raids on Lebanon, warplanes launched a raid on the town of Khiam, south of Lebanon. One person was killed and two wounded in the Israeli raid that targeted the town of Ansar, south of Lebanon. One person was killed in an Israeli raid on a motorcycle in the town of Al-Majadil, south of Lebanon. It also affected Israeli raids on the towns of Qabrikha, Al-Sawwanah, Majdal Salam, Bint Jbeil, and Shaqra, in conjunction with intermittent artillery shelling targeting the towns of Bint Jbeil, Baraashit, Majdal Salam, and Israeli warplanes raided the city of Nabatieh in southern Lebanon.
The Israeli army artillery also carried out bombing targeting the towns of Yammar, Shaqiq and Arnoun in southern Lebanon, and Israeli aircraft launched a series of violent raids targeting several areas in the southern suburb of the Lebanese capital, Beirut, and carried out at least 9 raids that shook throughout the southern suburb.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced that the number of victims of the Israeli bombing had risen to 3,117 and those injured to 13,888.
A huge fire consumes cars on Hamra Street in Beirut
The burning of an electric generator in a parking garage on Hamra Street in central Beirut led to a number of cars igniting, some of them exploding, and thick clouds of smoke billowing into the Beirut sky.
Bassam Mawlawi, Minister of the Interior in the Lebanese caretaker government, said, “The fire that occurred as a result of electrical friction in one of the generators spread to the diesel tanks,” directing that a fire expert be sent to investigate the causes of the accident.
Last updated: November 9, 2024 – 12:56
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Interview between the Time.news Editor and Expert on Middle Eastern Conflict
Editor: Good day, everyone. Today, we’re delving into a grave and urgent issue unfolding in southern Lebanon. Joining us is Dr. Amir El-Husseini, an expert in Middle Eastern conflict and humanitarian issues. Welcome, Dr. El-Husseini.
Dr. El-Husseini: Thank you for having me, it’s a pleasure to be here.
Editor: The situation has escalated dramatically with the recent Israeli air raids in Tyre and other regions in Lebanon. Initial reports indicate that nine people were killed and many others injured, primarily women and children. What can you tell us about the current humanitarian crisis?
Dr. El-Husseini: This is indeed a deeply troubling situation. The loss of life, especially among vulnerable populations like women and children, highlights the dire consequences of military actions on civilian areas. The continuous bombing has resulted in significant destruction, and the search for missing persons is ongoing, which only adds to the anguish of families affected.
Editor: You mentioned the destruction and ongoing searches. Could you explain the implications of such bombings on communities, particularly in Tyre and the surrounding areas?
Dr. El-Husseini: Certainly. Each raid that targets civilian infrastructure strips communities of their basic needs—housing, medical care, and safety. In Tyre, the destruction of buildings has rendered countless families homeless and disrupted essential services. The long-term psychological effects on children witnessing such violence can’t be understated; they may carry these traumas throughout their lives.
Editor: The Lebanese Ministry of Health has reported that overall casualties from the Israeli bombings have risen to over 3,100, with nearly 14,000 injured. How do health services cope in such dire circumstances?
Dr. El-Husseini: This is an enormous strain on the healthcare system. Hospitals are overwhelmed with casualties while also facing shortages of supplies and medical personnel due to the ongoing conflict. Furthermore, when an area faces continuous attacks, it can become increasingly dangerous for medical personnel to operate, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
Editor: Given the international community’s attention on this issue, what steps should be taken to address both the immediate needs of the affected population and the long-term peace process?
Dr. El-Husseini: Immediate humanitarian aid must be prioritized, including medical supplies, food, and shelter for those displaced. Additionally, there is a pressing need for a ceasefire and dialogue between the conflicting parties. International organizations should intensify their pressure on both sides to de-escalate and return to the negotiating table for a sustainable peace solution.
Editor: Thank you, Dr. El-Husseini. This is an increasingly complex situation, and your insights help shed light on the human costs of the conflict. As we continue to monitor these developments, we encourage our audience to stay informed and engaged.
Dr. El-Husseini: Thank you for the opportunity to discuss this critical issue. It’s important that we keep the voices of those affected at the forefront of our conversations.
Editor: We appreciate your time. This is a developing story, and we’ll be sure to provide updates as they come. Thank you for tuning in.