Israeli strike in southern Lebanon kills one despite ceasefire

One person was killed and several wounded when an Israeli drone struck a vehicle in southern Lebanon on Monday, according to Lebanese media reports. The attack targeted a car near Baisariyah town in the Sidon district, marking the latest in a series of incidents despite regional ceasefire efforts.

Ongoing Surveillance and Previous Casualties

Lebanon's National News Agency (NNA) reported Israeli drones were also observed flying at medium altitude over the Iqlim Al-Tuffah region following the strike. The incident comes just one day after two additional fatalities were reported from Israeli strikes on Sunday, though details about the victims' identities in Monday's attack remain unclear.

Escalating Tensions Along the Border

Tensions have been steadily rising along the Lebanon-Israel border for weeks, with the Israeli military intensifying near-daily air operations inside Lebanese territory. Israel claims these operations target Hezbollah members and infrastructure, though the conflict has resulted in significant civilian casualties and raised concerns about regional stability.

Mounting Casualty Figures

The conflict, which escalated significantly in September 2024 after beginning in October 2023, has resulted in substantial casualties according to reports. The Israeli military campaign in Lebanon has reportedly killed more than 4,000 people and injured approximately 17,000 others. The Israeli army has not immediately commented on Monday's specific strike report.