Lebanon’s health minister described the situation as “carnage” as hospitals struggle with casualties from Israeli air strikes targeting Hezbollah. Dr. Firass Abiad reported that many of the 550 killed on Monday were civilians, including children and women. Israel claimed it targeted Hezbollah sites, accusing the group of hiding weapons in residential areas. Hezbollah retaliated with over 300 rockets into northern Israel. US President Joe Biden and UN Secretary General António Guterres urged for a diplomatic solution to avoid further escalation. The conflict has killed hundreds and displaced thousands.