On January 26, 2025, the Israeli Army opened fire on civilians in southern Lebanon attempting to return to their villages, leading to 11 fatalities and over 80 injuries, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health.
The report detailed that among the deceased were a Lebanese soldier and two women. The casualties occurred across five different locations, with significant numbers in Aitaroun and Houla. The ministry noted that the previous count had reported three deaths.
The Lebanese Army confirmed the loss of one soldier, stating he was killed by Israeli fire during ongoing hostilities in border areas. Another soldier sustained injuries from the encounter.
In response, the Israeli Army acknowledged firing warning shots but did not confirm the reported deaths. They stated that their troops acted to eliminate perceived threats in various regions where suspicious individuals were approaching their positions.