The United Nations has warned of an unprecedented level of civilian suffering in Lebanon as Israeli forces intensify their offensive against Hezbollah targets in Beirut and southern suburbs. The strikes mark a return to violence after several days of relative calm, with Lebanese state media reporting sonic booms over the capital. This comes after Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu rejected calls for a unilateral ceasefire.
The United Nations said civilian suffering in Lebanon has reached an "unprecedented" level, as Israel i forces ramped up their offensive in Beirut and other southern suburbs, in a bid to take down Iran-backed Hezbollah . The strikes on Beirut are the first after several days of calm. Lebanese state media reported that Israel i jets caused two sonic booms over the capital.
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