Israeli strikes near Tyre hospital put youngest patient at risk

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: June 3, 2026Country: Lebanon

HealthWorld / International

Israeli strikes near Tyre hospital put youngest patient at risk

Jabal Aamel Hospital in Tyre was heavily damaged after an Israeli strike levelled nearby buildings on Monday, leaving key medical facilities inoperable. The damage is putting some of the youngest patients at risk.

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