Israel deliberately starting wildfires in southern Lebanon, firefighters say

On 12 August 2026, firefighters said Israel is deliberately starting wildfires in southern Lebanon, and Israel was accused of the same. Anadolu Agency said Israel blew up a school and struck a religious commemoration site in southern Lebanon despite a truce. Al-Ahram said Israel is targeting educational institutions in Lebanon, depriving children of their right to education. Reuters said the UK and Italy are among states considered to verify Hezbollah disarmament.