An Israeli airstrike on a refugee camp in Lebanon has resulted in at least 13 fatalities, according to officials. The attack, which targeted the Ain al-Hilweh camp, is among the deadliest since the cease-fire with Hezbollah began over a year ago. Lebanese Army personnel gathered at the scene of the strike on Tuesday, with reports indicating the attack caused significant casualties.
Residents of the Ain al-Hilweh camp, which is home to a large number of Palestinian refugees, have expressed shock and grief following the incident. The Israeli military has not yet issued a public statement regarding the strike, though officials have confirmed that the attack is part of ongoing operations in the region. The camp, long a site of humanitarian concern, has faced sporadic violence in the past, but this incident represents a particularly severe escalation.
International reactions to the airstrike have been mixed, with some nations condemning the attack and calling for restraint, while others have expressed understanding of Israel’s security concerns. The United Nations has urged both sides to prioritize the safety of civilians and to avoid further escalation of hostilities. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions in the region and the challenges of maintaining a fragile ceasefire in a highly volatile conflict.