Israel threatens to strike ambulances in Lebanon in Hezbollah fighting
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Israel threatens to strike ambulances in Lebanon claiming Hezbollah uses them unlawfully.
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The Israeli military warned Saturday it may strike ambulances and medical facilities in Lebanon, claiming without providing evidence that Hezbollah is using them unlawfully. At least 26 medics and first responders have been killed in Israeli strikes since March 2, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry. The warning escalates concerns about targeting medical personnel during the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The Israeli military maintains it takes precautions to minimize civilian harm while conducting operations against the militant group.
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