Yunin, Lebanon — In a significant escalation of regional tensions, Lebanon’s Health Ministry announced on Thursday that an overnight Israeli airstrike in the village of Yunin resulted in the deaths of 20 people, predominantly Syrian nationals. The ministry’s statement specified that among the deceased, 19 were identified as Syrians.
The Israeli military confirmed it had conducted the strike targeting Hezbollah positions in the area. The operation reflects ongoing hostilities amid rising tensions between Israel and the militant group, which is based in Lebanon and has been involved in various confrontations with Israeli forces.
Initial reports from Lebanon’s National News Agency suggested that the death toll could be higher, with figures indicating that up to 23 Syrians may have lost their lives in the strike.
Local sources describe the attack as a sudden and devastating event, with many victims believed to be civilians. The strike has heightened fears of further violence and instability in an already volatile region.
International responses to the incident are expected as the situation develops, raising concerns over the humanitarian impact of such military actions on civilian populations.