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NRC Reports Surge in Israeli Air Attacks on Lebanon, Undermining Ceasefire
Israel carried out at least 50 airstrikes in Lebanon in January, NRC says—double the previous month—disrupting civilian life and reconstruction. Over 330 killed since ceasefire.
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by News Desk
2026-02-05
NRC Reports Surge in Israeli Air Attacks on Lebanon, Undermining Ceasefire

Israeli warplanes conducted a “clear and dangerous” increase in air attacks on Lebanon in January, according to the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), marking the highest monthly number of strikes since the November 2024 ceasefire.

The humanitarian organisation said on Thursday that at least 50 air raids were carried out last month—roughly double the number of strikes in December 2025. The attacks have caused significant disruption to civilian life, hampered reconstruction efforts, and displaced families across southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley.

“These attacks, as well as the many ground incursions that continue to happen away from the cameras, have deemed the ceasefire agreement little more than ink on paper,” said Maureen Philippon, NRC’s country director in Lebanon.

The data, compiled by security firm Atlas Assistance, only includes attacks by manned Israeli warplanes, excluding drone strikes or operations during ground incursions, both of which have also caused civilian casualties.

Recent incidents include airstrikes on Monday targeting buildings in the southern villages of Kfar Tebnit and Ain Qana, following evacuation orders issued to residents. Israel claimed the strikes targeted Hezbollah “military infrastructure,” alleging the group was attempting to rebuild its capabilities. On Wednesday, Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun accused Israel of committing an environmental crime after Israeli aircraft sprayed an unknown substance over southern towns.

The NRC warned that the attacks have created fear and instability, impeding reconstruction in a country still recovering from previous conflicts. “Aid agencies, including NRC, are still dealing with the aftermath and consequences of months of destructive conflict which left much of Lebanon in ruins,” Philippon said. Schools and homes previously repaired have been damaged again, further disrupting education and daily life for children.

The ceasefire of November 2024 stipulated that cross-border attacks should cease, Hezbollah should withdraw north of the Litani River, and Israeli troops should leave southern Lebanon. Despite this, Israel continues near-daily strikes and maintains military presence at five locations in the south. Lebanon says Israel has committed thousands of ceasefire violations.

Hezbollah has launched only one attack in the past 14 months, while Israeli strikes have killed more than 330 people, including at least 127 civilians and a top Hezbollah commander, Haytham Ali Tabatabai.

Philippon called on Israel’s allies to intervene and help halt attacks on civilian areas. “This vicious cycle has to end,” she said.
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