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.