Lebanon death toll tops 2,700 since Israeli March aggression

Lebanon’s Ministry of Health announced that the death toll from the expanded Israeli aggression has risen to more than 2,700 people killed and 8,311 wounded since March 2, 2026.

The updated figures reflect the cumulative impact of sustained attacks across the country, particularly in southern regions.

Despite a ceasefire that came into effect on April 17, Israeli forces have continued their attacks, according to international officials.

The UNHCR reported that 380 Lebanese have been killed since the ceasefire began, highlighting ongoing violations amid continued Israeli aggression.

Displacement and destruction in southern Lebanon

In the first three days following the ceasefire, Israeli strikes destroyed 428 residential units in southern Lebanon, contributing to further displacement.

The widespread destruction intensified humanitarian challenges, forcing families to flee already fragile areas.

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Return blocked for displaced residents

Karolina Lindholm Billing stated that Israeli forces are preventing many displaced residents from returning to areas under their control in southern Lebanon.

“All the displaced people I spoke to long to return home,” she said, noting that thousands of families have attempted to go back since the ceasefire took effect.

However, many returning residents have found their homes destroyed, neighborhoods unsafe, and essential services unavailable, in addition to the danger posed by unexploded ordnance.

Resistance responds to ongoing attacks

The Islamic Resistance in Lebanon has continued its operations in response to Israeli violations of the ceasefire and attacks on southern villages.

Resistance forces have reportedly targeted Israeli troops and military vehicles, particularly using drone-based operations, while confronting attempts at ground incursions.