Israel deliberately targeting medical facilities in south Lebanon, say health workers

"Israeli bombings have deliberately targeted medical workers and facilities in south Lebanon, including through the use of double-tap strikes, in what they describe as a systematic effort to make the area unlivable."

"Since the war began on 2 March, Israel has struck at least 128 medical facilities and ambulances across south Lebanon, killing 40 healthcare workers and wounding 107, according to the Lebanese ministry of health."

"Medical workers and hospitals are protected under international law and deliberately targeting them could constitute a war crime. Amnesty International stated that targeting medical workers is unlawful."

"The Israeli military accused Hezbollah of using ambulances for military purposes last week, saying it would act in accordance with international law if the practice continued, but has not provided any evidence for its claims."

Israeli bombings in south Lebanon have systematically targeted medical workers and facilities, with at least 128 medical sites struck since the war began on 2 March. This has resulted in 40 healthcare worker deaths and 107 injuries. Double-tap strikes have been employed, allowing for a second bombing after medical personnel arrive. International law protects medical workers, and targeting them may constitute a war crime. The Israeli military has accused Hezbollah of misusing ambulances, but no evidence has been provided to support this claim, which has been condemned by the Lebanese ministry of health.

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