Lebanon: Death Toll from Israeli Attacks Reaches Nearly 5,500
ARK News.. The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health has announced a continued rise in casualties resulting from recent Israeli attacks targeting the country.
In its latest statistics released on Friday, April 3, 2026, the ministry reported that the death toll has reached 1,345 people, while 4,040 others have been injured to varying degrees due to ongoing airstrikes and military operations carried out by Israel against Lebanon.
The figures bring the total number of casualties to nearly 5,500.
The ministry also highlighted a worsening displacement crisis, with more than 1.1 million people forced to flee their homes and origin areas.
According to the data, approximately 136,000 displaced individuals have been accommodated in designated shelters, while the remaining numbers are spread across other areas and refuge centers.
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