The League of Arab States has accused Israel of attempting to dismember Lebanon, calling for urgent international action to halt ongoing military operations.
Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit strongly condemned what he described as continued Israeli attacks on Lebanese territory, including the targeting of infrastructure and bridges, which he said constitutes a clear violation of Lebanon’s sovereignty and international law.
According to his spokesperson, Jamal Rushdi, Israel’s objectives have become evident through efforts to establish a buffer zone in southern Lebanon and what he described as a systematic policy aimed at fragmenting the country and displacing its population.
Aboul Gheit called on the UN Security Council to intervene immediately, urging it to stop the attacks and ensure Israel complies with international law and relevant resolutions, particularly Security Council Resolution 1701.
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The Arab League also expressed concern over the growing humanitarian impact of the escalation, reaffirming support for Lebanese state institutions in maintaining stability and addressing the crisis.
The developments come amid a sharp escalation in southern Lebanon since early March, following the broader regional conflict involving Iran. Hezbollah’s entry into the confrontation, through missile and drone attacks on Israel, has been met with intensified Israeli airstrikes and limited ground incursions, including strikes on civilian infrastructure and areas in Beirut.
Israel has also announced the establishment and expansion of a buffer zone south of the Litani River, further heightening tensions and raising concerns over potential long-term territorial and demographic consequences.
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