INTERNATIONAL — May 13, 2026

At least 13 killed in Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon

At least 13 people, including health workers, were killed in recent Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon. Save the Children reports 22 children killed and 89 injured since April 16.

The Ehtebar Desk — originates with RTA2 min read

At least 13 killed in Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon
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Recent Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon have resulted in the deaths of at least 13 people.

Among the casualties were health workers. Reports indicate that Israeli forces attacked personnel who were transporting a wounded individual, leading to the deaths of two health workers and the patient.

Save the Children has reported that at least 22 children have been killed and 89 others injured in Lebanon since a temporary ceasefire began on April 16.

Read the original reporting at RTA

Reliability assessment

The source provides direct attribution to named organizations (Al Jazeera and Save the Children) with specific figures and dates.

The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. RTA: The use of the term 'Israeli regime' (رژیم اسراییل) instead of 'Israel' or 'the Israeli government' is a value-laden political descriptor used to delegitimize the state.

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