British nationals in Lebanon have been advised to leave immediately due to escalating violence, with the FCDO working to secure flights and facilitate safe exits.
Ettie Higgins from Unicef highlighted the humanitarian crisis, stating that essential services in Lebanon are depleting rapidly, amplifying the existing crises stemming from the Syrian refugee influx.
UK Defence Secretary John Healey expressed concerns over potential escalation of the conflict, emphasizing that the fighting could lead to wider, more serious confrontations in the region.
Israeli army chief Lt Gen Herzi Halevi outlined that ongoing airstrikes are designed to target Hezbollah and prepare for potential ground operations, raising concerns over civilian casualties.
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