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Israeli Airstrikes Devastate Lebanon's Historic City of Tyre

The ancient city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, faces severe destruction amid escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.

  • Tyre, a city renowned for its historical significance and vibrant community, has been largely evacuated following recent Israeli airstrikes.
  • More than 2,500 people have been killed and over 1.2 million displaced in Lebanon due to the ongoing conflict, according to Lebanese authorities.
  • Israeli military actions have targeted areas believed to harbor Hezbollah assets, leading to widespread damage in residential and heritage areas.
  • Local hospitals are struggling to cope with the influx of war casualties, with many medical facilities damaged or out of service.
  • UNESCO is monitoring the impact on Tyre's archaeological sites, while emergency services continue to aid remaining residents.
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