Israel conducted a series of airstrikes on Lebanon described by experts as one of the most intense air raids in recent history, surpassing even the bombing of Gaza during the Israeli-Hamas conflict. The death toll in Lebanon is one of the highest in recent global wars, with fears that it may increase as people are still trapped under rubble. Israel struck over 1,600 targets in Lebanon on Monday, a significantly high number compared to previous conflicts. Lebanese health officials reported 558 people killed in the strikes, mostly civilians. The Lebanese government, through its health ministry, collects casualty numbers and is considered a reliable source. The majority of those killed in Lebanon were civilians, with women and children making up a significant portion of the casualties. The Israeli military claimed to target military operatives and weapons caches, while some were hidden in civilian areas. The conflict has resulted in a devastating toll on civilians in Lebanon.