In response, Israel unleashed airstrikes on Beirut and southern Lebanon, warning of prolonged operations. Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned Hezbollah’s use of Lebanese territory to attack Israel, calling the actions “irresponsible” and justifying, in his view, Israel’s bombardment. Grossi’s comments underscore the broader humanitarian risks as the war disrupts civilian life and threatens critical infrastructure across the Middle East. Demonstrators in several cities have protested the escalation, decrying what they view as external interference that has made their homelands battlegrounds. UN officials have urged all parties to cease hostilities and return to diplomatic channels, recognizing the risk of a broader catastrophe if the war engulfs additional states.

Source: Dhaka Tribune March 02, 2026 16:40 UTC