Pakistan Slams Israeli Airstrikes in Lebanon Ahead of Eid Al-Adha

Pakistan has strongly condemned Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon just hours before Eid Al-Adha, calling the attacks a grave breach of international law. The strikes targeted Beirut’s southern suburbs and parts of southern Lebanon, displacing thousands and heightening regional tensions.

Widespread Bombings Trigger Panic

On Thursday night, Israeli forces launched at least ten airstrikes on Dahiyeh, a densely populated district in southern Beirut. The assault began roughly 90 minutes after Israel issued evacuation warnings for the area. Residents fled in panic as explosions rocked neighborhoods on the eve of the religious holiday.

This marks the fourth bombing of Dahiyeh since a US-brokered truce in November 2024 ended a year-long conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The latest attacks also targeted the village of Ain Qana in southern Lebanon shortly after similar evacuation warnings.

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Pakistan Calls for Global Response

In a firm statement on Friday, Pakistan’s Foreign Office denounced the strikes, labeling them a violation of Lebanon’s sovereignty and the ceasefire agreement. “These attacks, launched on the eve of Eid Al-Adha, constitute a blatant violation of international law,” the statement said.

It further warned that such “reckless use of force” endangers civilian lives and threatens regional peace. Pakistan urged the United Nations and ceasefire mediators to intervene and hold Israel accountable to prevent further escalation.

Israeli Justification and Lebanese Response

The Israeli military claimed the strikes were aimed at underground drone manufacturing facilities in civilian areas of Dahiyeh. According to their statement, Hezbollah was producing drones under Iranian direction and funding.

Hezbollah did not immediately respond, though it has previously denied operating military infrastructure within civilian zones.

Condemnation from Lebanon and UN

Lebanese leaders, including President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, condemned the strikes as a direct breach of international agreements. The UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon also voiced concern, stating that the strikes “generated renewed panic and fear on the eve of Eid.”

The timing of the attacks, just before a major Islamic holiday, has drawn widespread outrage across the region.