Lebanon has warned of a potential “new war” with Israel after seven people were killed in recent Israeli strikes across the country. The death toll is the largest since November 27, when a ceasefire was imposed.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said his country was at risk of being drawn into another conflict. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz ordered “a second wave of strikes” against dozens of Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.
The Lebanese group Hezbollah has denied any involvement in the rocket attacks on northern Israel, which sparked the latest escalation. However, the group’s denial comes amid growing opposition from political foes who have blamed it for instigating the devastating Israeli offensive last year.
The conflict in Lebanon is the deadliest spillover of the Gaza war, which began months ago and has killed thousands of civilians. The United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Lebanon has urged both sides to use maximum restraint, with negotiations underway to prevent further escalation.
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun condemned “attempts” to destabilize his country and reignite violence. Israel said the attacks were in response to the rocket fire at its territory.
The situation remains concerning, with a risk of further escalation if tensions are not addressed.
Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/3/22/lebanon-warns-of-new-war-as-israel-launches-fresh-deadly-strikes