Israeli Attacks Kill 22 Lebanese Children Since April 16 Ceasefire as 89 More Are Injured
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Updated · Al Jazeera English · May 12
Israeli Attacks Kill 22 Lebanese Children Since April 16 Ceasefire as 89 More Are Injured
4 articles · Updated · Al Jazeera English · May 12
22 children have been killed and 89 injured in Israeli attacks across Lebanon since the April 16 ceasefire, according to Save the Children, averaging more than four child casualties a day over the first 25 days.
1,100 sites in Lebanon have been hit by Israel's air force since mid-April, Israel says, describing Hezbollah as the target even as the charity said attacks on civilians have continued under the ceasefire.
Nearly 200 children have been killed since hostilities escalated again on March 2, part of about 2,900 total deaths, while fighting has displaced more than 1 million people.
125,000 people are now in collective shelters, including 44,800 children, after the number of families seeking temporary housing rose 5% since the ceasefire; aid groups say overcrowding and poor sanitation are raising disease risks.
Thursday and Friday talks in Washington are meant to end the war and address Hezbollah's disarmament, but leader Naim Qassem said Tuesday the group's weapons should not be on the table.
Hezbollah is weakened yet defiant on disarmament. Can the Washington peace talks actually succeed?
While Israel and Lebanon talk peace, is an internal conflict brewing over Hezbollah's weapons?
1.6 Million Displaced: Lebanon’s Escalating Humanitarian Crisis and the Failure of the 2026 Ceasefire
Overview
Since April 16, 2026, the conflict between Hezbollah and Israel has escalated, leading to a severe humanitarian crisis in Lebanon. Military actions from both sides have caused widespread displacement and destruction, deeply affecting civilians. Although a temporary ceasefire was implemented, it has remained fragile and failed to consistently protect people, resulting in ongoing violence and international concern. The fragile truce has not stopped the suffering, as humanitarian needs continue to grow and essential services are under strain. This situation highlights the urgent need for effective protection and stronger humanitarian response in the region.