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Middle EastPublished: 19 September 2026 at 21:47

Israeli strikes hit Nabatieh in southern Lebanon, ambulance crew among targets

Israeli forces carried out three air strikes on the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh, with one of the strikes hitting an ambulance team. The incident is part of continuing Israeli military activity in the area.

Three Israeli air strikes have struck the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh. According to available reports, two of the strikes landed in quick succession, while a third was directed at an ambulance crew.

The strikes occurred in a region where Israeli military activity has continued in recent times, raising concerns over the safety of civilians and emergency responders. Nabatieh, located in southern Lebanon, has long been an area where tensions between Israeli and Lebanese forces most frequently translate into military action.

Ambulance team among the targets

Particular attention is drawn to the fact that the third strike was directed specifically at an ambulance team — a crew whose role is typically to provide emergency medical assistance to those affected. Targeting of this kind is generally viewed by the international community as especially sensitive, since medical and emergency personnel are normally afforded protection in conflict zones under international humanitarian norms.

No detailed public information is currently available regarding possible casualties or fatalities from these strikes, nor about the precise timing of the attacks or the specific targets of the first two strikes. The incident forms part of a broader pattern in which Israeli military activity in southern Lebanon has persisted for some time, contributing to ongoing tension in the region.

The situation in southern Lebanon continues to draw close attention from international media and organizations, given its potential impact on regional stability and civilian safety.

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