The National News Agency reported, “As part of the destructive war waged by the Israeli enemy against Lebanon in general and the south in particular, and the raids and destructive military actions, its army is booby-trapping and destroying neighborhoods in entire cities and towns.”
She added, “More than 37 towns were leveled and their homes destroyed, and more than 40,000 housing units were completely destroyed.”
She explained that this is happening in an area 3 kilometers deep, extending from Naqoura to the outskirts of Khiam in southern Lebanon.
Muhammad Shams al-Din, a researcher at the International Information Company, told Asharq al-Awsat newspaper that “about 29 villages and cities extending along a length of 120 kilometers from Naqoura in the west to Shebaa in the east, most of them were completely destroyed,” adding that “the number of destroyed housing units there is about 25.” A thousand units.”
The Israeli army claims that it only targets buildings used by Lebanese factions as hideouts or weapons depots.
Moreover, Israeli warplanes raided, on Tuesday afternoon and afternoon, a number of areas in southern Lebanon and the town of Hosh al-Rafiqa in the Bekaa, eastern Lebanon.
The National News Agency explained that the Israeli warplanes launched a raid on Tuesday afternoon on the southern towns of Sir and Al-Barglieh in southern Lebanon, killing a Syrian and wounding two Palestinians.
Israeli warplanes also launched raids on the towns of Aitit, Khirbet Selm, Anqoun, Deir Al-Zahrani, Wadi Gilo, Yahmar Al-Shaqif, and Arnoun in southern Lebanon.
They raided a house in the town of Hosh Al-Rafiqa in the Bekaa Valley, eastern Lebanon, while Israeli artillery bombed the area east of the southern town of Yahmar.
An Israeli raid targeted a residential apartment in a building in the town of Jiyeh in Mount Lebanon, resulting in 7 wounded, according to an initial toll.
It is noteworthy that since last September 23, Israeli warplanes began launching a wide series of raids that are still continuing to this day, targeting many areas in southern Lebanon, the Bekaa in eastern Lebanon, the capital Beirut, the southern suburbs of Beirut, Mount Lebanon and its north. On October 1, the Israeli army began a ground operation in southern Lebanon. .
Source: Lebanese News Agency + DPA
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**Interview on Israel’s Booby-Trap Attacks in Lebanon**
**Host:** Welcome back to our special segment on international conflicts. Today, we’re discussing the recent reports emerging from Lebanon regarding Israel’s military strategy, which experts have characterized as “booby-trap” attacks. Joining us is Muhammad Shams al-Din, a researcher at the International Information Company, to shed light on the situation. Thank you for being with us, Muhammad.
**Muhammad Shams al-Din:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** Let’s start with the report from Lebanon’s National News Agency. They mentioned that entire neighborhoods are being booby-trapped and destroyed. Can you elaborate on what this entails?
**Muhammad Shams al-Din:** Certainly. The term “booby-trap attacks” refers to the use of explosive devices hidden in civilian areas, which is incredibly dangerous for non-combatants. The report indicates that more than 37 towns have been severely affected, with significant damage to homes and infrastructure. The military actions are occurring across a stretch of land about 3 kilometers deep, from Naqoura to Khiam in southern Lebanon.
**Host:** That is alarming. The scale of destruction is substantial. What are the implications of these actions from an international law perspective?
**Muhammad Shams al-Din:** Experts have raised serious concerns that these attacks violate international humanitarian law. The deliberate targeting of civilian areas and the indiscriminate use of explosive devices effectively endanger innocent lives and infringe upon the human right to life. Such actions warrant international scrutiny and accountability.
**Host:** Recent updates indicated that over 40,000 housing units have been destroyed. What does this mean for the displaced population in southern Lebanon?
**Muhammad Shams al-Din:** The destruction of housing units exacerbates the humanitarian crisis in the region. With thousands displaced, access to basic necessities such as shelter, food, and medical care becomes increasingly challenging. The long-term impact on communities—socially and economically—will be profound and could take years to rebuild.
**Host:** Thank you, Muhammad, for your insights. This situation is undoubtedly complex and requires immediate attention on the international stage. We appreciate you joining us and sharing your expertise.
**Muhammad Shams al-Din:** Thank you for having me. It’s crucial that we continue to discuss and address these pressing issues.
**Host:** And thank you to our viewers for tuning in. Stay informed and engaged as we continue to cover critical global issues.
