Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has criticised Israeli strikes on bridges and other infrastructure in the country’s south, calling such attacks a “prelude to a ground invasion”.
Mr Aoun “condemned Israel’s targeting and destruction of infrastructure and vital facilities in southern Lebanon, particularly the Qasmiyeh bridge over the Litani River and other bridges”, a presidency statement said.
“These attacks represent a dangerous escalation and flagrant violation of Lebanon’s sovereignty and are considered a prelude to a ground invasion,” Mr Aoun said.
His remark came hours after Israel’s defence minister said the army had been ordered to destroy more bridges…