Israeli army demolishes Christian monastery, convent school in Lebanon
Israeli forces have demolished a monastery and a school run by the Sisters of the Holy Savior in the southern Lebanese town of Yaroun, the state-run National News Agency reported. The school was described as “one of the most prominent educational institutions” in the region, educating thousands of students over the years.
The Israeli army destroyed a Christian monastery and a school operated by the Sisters of the Holy Savior in the southern Lebanese town of Yaroun on Friday, according to Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency. The school was described as “one of the most prominent educational institutions in the region,” having educated thousands of students from various towns in the Bint Jbeil district over the years. The agency said the targeting represents “a major loss at both the educational and social levels.”
Ceasefire violations
Israel has waged an offensive in Lebanon since March 2, killing more than 2,600 people and displacing over one million. A 10-day ceasefire that began on April 17 was later extended until May 17, but Israel continues to violate it daily through airstrikes and the demolition of homes. Israel also maintains what it calls a “buffer zone” in southern Lebanon, which it claims is meant to prevent attacks from Hezbollah—a continuation of policies from a previous truce reached in November 2024.
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