25 Sep 2024 | 12:29 AM UTC
Lebanon: Israeli airstrike reported between Jiyeh and Saadiyat, Chouf District, early Sept. 25
Israeli airstrike reported between Jiyeh and Saadiyat, Chouf District, Lebanon, early Sept. 25.
Lebanese media have reported an Israeli airstrike between the towns of Jiyeh and Saadiyat in Chouf District, early Sept. 25. The strike reportedly targeted a "warehouse" in the area. There have been no immediate reports of casualties.
Over the coming hours, the affected area will likely experience increased security, as well as transport and business disruptions. Further cross-border violence is likely in the short term.
Avoid the impacted areas until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Heed instructions from authorities. In light of recent regional tensions, consider avoiding nonessential travel to Lebanon, particularly the border region shared with Israel, until the situation stabilizes. Consider departing Lebanon via commercial means while these are available. Note that commercial options in Lebanon may become increasingly limited if the security environment deteriorates.
The latest Israeli strike comes amid the ongoing cross-border violence between the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and militants associated with the Lebanese Hizballah (LH) and Hamas. The IDF's objective is to deter the militants from further attacks against Israel and to force them to withdraw from areas near the country's border with Lebanon.
