Israeli Strikes Escalate Conflict in Lebanon

Intense Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon have led to a humanitarian crisis, with over 700 people reported killed and tens of thousands displaced in just a week. Families are fleeing their homes in Dahiyeh and surrounding areas, many sleeping in public spaces or on beaches due to a lack of shelter. The violence escalated following the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and is seen as part of Israel's effort to counter Hezbollah's support for Hamas in Gaza. Discrimination against Syrian refugees has surfaced, with reports of municipalities restricting aid and shelter access to Lebanese citizens only. Meanwhile, migrant domestic workers from countries like Kenya and the Philippines are stranded, unable to escape the escalating conflict. As international calls for evacuation increase, many flights have been canceled, leaving civilians vulnerable amid the ongoing bombardment.