Irish Deputy Premier Urges Citizens to Leave Lebanon Amid Israeli Ground Raids
Micheal Martin expresses deep concern over the humanitarian impact of Israeli operations targeting Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
- Irish Deputy Premier Micheal Martin criticizes Israeli ground raids in southern Lebanon for violating international humanitarian law.
- Israeli military describes the operation as a limited, targeted response to Hezbollah threats near the Israeli border.
- Up to 150 Irish citizens in Lebanon have been advised to leave, with many already making arrangements to do so.
- Irish troops involved in the UNIFIL mission in Lebanon are reported safe but remain on high alert.
- Humanitarian organizations warn that the escalation could displace over a million people, adding to the ongoing crisis in the region.