Lebanon's education minister has accused the Israeli army of destroying three more schools in southern Lebanon, adding to damage already reported across the region. According to the minister, the buildings were looted before being demolished with explosives.
The latest claim pushes the number of schools said to have been completely destroyed in southern Lebanon to at least 20. The minister also said roughly 100 other schools have been damaged, deepening concern over the impact of the conflict on the country's education system.
The reported destruction highlights the growing toll on civilian infrastructure in southern Lebanon, where repeated attacks and cross-border violence have disrupted daily life. Schools are among the key public facilities affected, raising fears about long-term consequences for students, teachers and local communities.
With more education sites reportedly damaged or reduced to rubble, pressure is likely to grow over the protection of civilian buildings during the fighting. The new allegations add to broader concerns about how the conflict is affecting essential services in the area.
