Lebanese residents and officials say dozens of towns and villages along Lebanon’s southern border have been extensively damaged or destroyed since the Israel-Hezbollah war begins on March 2. Residents describe their towns as wiped out, and many are documenting the remains of their communities. One resident, Hala Farah, a mother of two, is collecting photos and videos to preserve memories of her hometown after it was reportedly completely destroyed.
The accounts, reported by both outlets, are supported by testimony from Lebanese residents and officials, as well as satellite imagery and photographs taken by AFP journalists on both sides of the border. Together, these materials indicate widespread destruction across multiple Lebanese localities in the border area following the start of the conflict.
The reports reflect the Lebanese side’s allegations about the scale and impact of the damage. They do not present an equivalent account from Israeli authorities within the provided text, but they outline a consistent picture of extensive destruction based on on-the-ground testimony and external imagery.
