Lebanese army reopens key routes disrupted by Israeli attacks
The Lebanese army has reopened key roads and partially restored bridge access in southern Lebanon following weeks of Israeli strikes that left over 2,300 dead and 1 million displaced. Restoration efforts continue amid reports of ongoing ceasefire violations.
- Middle East
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 02:38 | 19 April 2026
- Modified Date: 02:42 | 19 April 2026
Following damage caused by weeks of Israeli strikes, the Lebanese army said its specialized units have fully reopened the Khardali-Nabatieh road in southern Lebanon and partially restored access to the Burj Rahal-Tyre bridge.
Restoration work on the Tayr Falsah-Tyre bridge is also ongoing in coordination with the National Litani River Authority, the army said in a statement carried by Lebanon's state-run National News Agency.
It added that efforts to reopen roads, dismantle barriers, and uphold internal security are continuing.
Since March 2, Israel has waged an offensive on Lebanon that has killed some 2,300 people, wounded over 7,500, and displaced over 1 million, according to the latest official figures from Lebanon.
A 10-day temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon that took effect last Thursday has been followed by reported violations.
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