Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanese infrastructure in the south of the country this Sunday (22), saying they represent a “prelude to a ground invasion” and a “clear violation” of international law.
Earlier on Sunday, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said the army would accelerate the demolition of homes along Lebanon’s southern border and destroy all bridges over the Litani River, which connects southern Lebanon to the rest of the country.
“These attacks constitute a dangerous escalation and a flagrant violation of Lebanon’s sovereignty. They are a , which Lebanon has long warned against through diplomatic channels. They also reflect a dangerous trend of systematic destruction of infrastructure, civilian facilities and residential areas in Lebanese villages, amounting to a policy of collective punishment against civilians,” Aoun said.
President Aoun stated that the attack on the Litani River bridges “is part of suspected plans to establish a protection zone, consolidate the reality of the occupation and persecute .”
The Lebanese president called on the international community, including the UN and Security Council members, to take measures to “deter Israel”.
