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Residents of Baalbek, Lebanon, are returning to their city, which has been heavily damaged by recent bombings. The community faces significant challenges as they begin the process of rebuilding their homes and lives amidst the destruction.
Archaeologists are warning of the potential risk to Lebanon's ancient Roman ruins in Baalbek and Tyre due to Israeli air strikes targeting Hezbollah. Although no damage to the sites has been reported, the proximity of the strikes has raised concerns about the preservation of these UNESCO World Heritage sites. The Israeli Defense Forces claim to target only military sites, but the strikes have been alarmingly close to these historical landmarks, prompting fears of accidental damage. The situation highlights the broader impact of conflict on cultural heritage.
After five months of war, Hezbollah's stronghold in the Bekaa Valley, particularly the city of Baalbek, is no longer safe from Israeli attacks, with recent strikes targeting military command centers and storage facilities for advanced drones. The area serves as a strategic asset for the Iran-backed group, housing logistical centers and operatives within civilian populations. Even if a diplomatic solution is reached, the Bekaa Valley will remain critical for Hezbollah's arsenal, posing a continued threat to Israel.