23 stories for 2026-03-11 · Armed conflict, civilian harm & humanitarian access
UN agencies report that Israeli strikes on Lebanon have displaced nearly 700,000 people and killed 84 children. A strike targeted a residential building in central Beirut on Wednesday. The humanitarian crisis in Lebanon has intensified amid the ongoing conflict, with displaced persons sheltering in official centers, schools, and public facilities.
Israeli military strikes targeted an apartment building in central Beirut on Wednesday, marking the second strike in the city in recent days. A previous strike on Sunday killed members of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The strikes represent an expansion of Israeli military operations into Lebanon's capital.
The Israeli military conducted new airstrikes on March 10 in southern Lebanon and southern Beirut following evacuation warnings. According to an Israeli military spokesperson, airstrikes targeted facilities associated with an organization linked to Hezbollah.
Human Rights Watch and UN Watch reported that the Israeli military unlawfully used white phosphorus stockpiles over residential areas in the southern Lebanese town of Yaroun in March, posing a threat to civilians. Lebanon's National Council for Scientific Research stated that Israeli attacks using white phosphorus affected over 1,480 acres of agricultural land.
In Lebanon, thousands of students are attempting to continue their education amid war and displacement. The Ministry of Education has decided to continue schooling through both in-person and remote learning options, a decision that has sparked debate about fairness among students.
Children in Lebanon are experiencing repeated psychological shocks from war and displacement. The article highlights the mental health impact on young populations affected by ongoing conflict.
Theater and cultural spaces are serving as outlets for people in Lebanon during difficult times, offering respite when they need support most.
The Israeli military is testing Hezbollah defenses in southern Lebanon, advancing across short distances within Lebanese territory despite significant Israeli casualties near the border.
Christian villages along Lebanon's border region are working to organize their internal affairs and implement precautionary measures to protect residents following the killing of a priest.
Hotel owners in Lebanon have issued directives to implement security procedures to protect their facilities and guests from Israeli attacks. The measures aim to verify the identities of guests.
Clashes have erupted between Hezbollah fighters and Israeli forces around the town of Khiam in southern Lebanon, which has become the focal point of an Israeli offensive launched at the beginning of March. Residents remaining in nearby villages reported hearing intense fighting between the occupying forces and Hezbollah combatants.
Israeli military issued threats against buildings in the Lebanese cities of Tyre and Sidon, claiming they are military infrastructure affiliated with Hezbollah. An announcement on social media called for residents to evacuate the designated areas.
Following closures of Gaza's crossings that have driven up food costs and stalled medical evacuations, ongoing Israeli strikes are raising fears of a renewed large-scale assault. A Gaza resident whose child died expresses grief and calls for accountability, stating the conflict between Israel and Iran should not come at the expense of Gaza's civilian population.
Amnesty International reported that systematic destruction in Gaza constitutes potential genocide, with particular focus on violence against Palestinian women and girls. Germany's Foreign Ministry criticized new Israeli settlement expansion in Jerusalem as a major obstacle to two-state solutions and called for an end to settler violence in the West Bank.
Fighting between Israel and Iran has intensified on its 12th day, with Israel activating air defense systems after detecting rocket launches from Iran. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard announced targeting Israeli and American military sites in the region, with strikes reported near Tel Aviv. The U.S. Defense Secretary described the ongoing operations as "the heaviest day" of strikes on Iran to date. Israel has simultaneously escalated bombardment in southern and eastern Lebanon amid indications of preparing for a prolonged confrontation with Hezbollah.
Armed conflict is affecting commercial activity and market dynamics during Ramadan in Gaza, as residents navigate economic challenges amid the ongoing war.
According to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, occupation forces are cutting down trees in the West Bank to expand settlement areas.
Palestinian casualties have risen to over 656 since a ceasefire ended, with at least 20 killed since fighting resumed with Iran. The continued closure of the Rafah crossing is contributing to a critical situation for Gaza's healthcare system.
Israeli hostages remain in Gaza as part of the broader conflict situation. The article references hostages being held as part of war dynamics in the territory.
A Palestinian was killed in an Israeli operation in Gaza's Zeitoun neighborhood, while the Israeli military acknowledged killing three Palestinians in northern Gaza. Talks implementing a ceasefire agreement based on a U.S. proposal have been suspended since last week.
Iraq's judiciary council has indicated intent to prosecute Iran-aligned factions in connection with attacks on embassies, while U.S. military operations against their positions continue across multiple locations.
An article examining the experiences and circumstances of Syria's young people, documenting their memories and the challenging conditions they face.
Military escalation in the Middle East has led to the targeting of water desalination plants, which millions of people depend on for essential services. The attacks on these sensitive infrastructure sites have raised growing concerns about water security in one of the world's driest regions.