Lebanon is facing a severe healthcare crisis as hospitals close down amid relentless Israeli airstrikes, with more than 2,000 reported casualties according to local authorities. The World Health Organization has reported that 28 healthcare workers were killed in just 24 hours, raising fears among medical personnel. Nearly 40 medical centers have shut down due to the ongoing attacks, with emergency services overwhelmed and in dire need of assistance. The situation escalated with Israeli forces targeting hospitals and emergency response teams, resulting in additional fatalities among rescuers. In a rare military response, the Lebanese army has returned fire at Israeli forces, adding to the tensions in the region as humanitarian agencies stress the urgent need for the protection of civilians.