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October 8, 2024

Israel Orders Expulsion of Lebanon's Southern Coast, Expands Attacks on Beirut Suburbs
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Israel has expanded its attacks on southern Lebanon as it continues to
strike Beirut's suburbs. The Israeli military said it has deployed more
troops into southwest Lebanon, which followed intense overnight
bombardment. In response, Hezbollah has launched a series of missile
attacks into northern Israel, including the city of Haifa. Meanwhile,
Israel has issued expulsion orders to about one-quarter of the
population on Lebanon's southern coastline ahead of a planned maritime
attack. This all comes as the World Health Organization has expressed
concern over intensifying Israeli attacks on healthcare workers and
hospitals across Lebanon, which have so far forced the closure of at
least five healthcare facilities. The WHO is also warning of disease
outbreaks due to the overcrowded conditions in shelters for displaced
people.


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