SA govt extends condolences to families of victims affected by latest Lebanon attacks

JOHANNESBURG - The South African government has extended its condolences to the families of the victims who have been affected by the latest series of attacks in Lebanon, which has resulted in the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and other leaders.

Hezbollah confirmed the death of its leader on Saturday following a large-scale Israeli airstrike on a densely populated neighbourhood in Beirut on Friday.

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The South African government said these attacks have resulted in numerous fatalities, including those from vulnerable groups, and have left hundreds in critical condition and thousands injured.

The Department of International Relations said it stands in solidarity with the government of Lebanon during this challenging time and expresses its support in the aftermath of these ongoing attacks.

Spokesperson Chrispin Phiri:

“The government of the Republic of South Africa expresses its profound concern regarding the recent escalation of extrajudicial killings in the Middle East, most notably, the tragic assassination of Hassan Nasrallah and other leaders in Lebanon. This follows a series of widespread and indiscriminate attacks on communication and other devices used by civilians in Lebanon."