Three Lebanese hospitals hit by Israeli forces in under a week
Airstrikes in south of country kill nine people and wound another 150, most of them medical staff
TL;DR
- Three hospitals in southern Lebanon were attacked by Israel in less than a week.
- The attacks resulted in nine deaths and over 150 injuries, primarily medical staff.
- The World Health Organization condemned the attacks, stating they impede access to essential medical care.
- Lebanon's ministry of health reported 130 medical workers killed and 162 ambulances/facilities struck since fighting began.
- Israel claims it targeted Hezbollah infrastructure and that hospital damage was incidental, though Lebanon denies these claims.
- Analysts suggest attacks on healthcare facilities are aimed at degrading living conditions and constitute war crimes.
- Despite damage, one hospital has resumed operations, with staff refusing to leave.