Israel’s vicious assaults on Muslim nations are still ongoing; Lebanon is the latest target!
In yet another attack on places of worship in the area, Israel’s soldiers demolished the historic Old Mosque on Sunday,13th October in the town of Dhayra in southern Lebanon. This incident brings the number of mosques in Gaza and Lebanon that have been destroyed by ongoing tensions to a staggering total. This kind of religious and cultural legacy being destroyed is especially concerning for communities that have already experienced decades of violence and loss.
In the last year, more than 1,000 mosques—along with other places of worship like churches—have been destroyed in Gaza alone. The Saint Porphyrius Church, which dates back 1,600 years and is regarded as the third-oldest Christian church in the world, is one such example. Religious authorities and cultural preservationists have strongly condemned the targeting of these holy places, seeing it as an assault on faith and historical identity.
Many people are also worried about the possible devastation of Lebanon’s UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the highly significant ancient city of Baalbek. Many in the area are still in mourning over the destruction of mosques that have existed for generations because they believe that Lebanon’s rich religious and cultural legacy may soon be lost. There have been calls for international involvement to preserve these historic landmarks as a result of the devastation, which has increased tensions and fueled a greater sense of indignation and sorrow among the afflicted populations.
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