Mirroring Gaza, Israel is destroying towns and villages in southern Lebanon

In the village of Mansouri, Lebanon, destruction is widespread following recent conflicts between Israel and Hezbollah. The village, located near the Israeli border, has been heavily damaged, with homes, shops, and a mosque reduced to rubble. Israel has occupied many towns in southern Lebanon, conducting controlled demolitions to destroy what it claims are Hezbollah infrastructures, aiming to create a “buffer zone” for security. However, these actions have also devastated civilian areas, raising concerns about violations of international law and potential war crimes. Residents like Abed Ammar, who returned during a temporary ceasefire, witness the ongoing demolitions and express the impact on their lives. The situation highlights the severe consequences of military actions on civilian populations and the challenges of maintaining international legal standards in conflict zones. QUESTION: How might the destruction of civilian infrastructure in conflict zones impact the future of communities like Mansouri?