Beirut: At least 11 people were killed, including two infants, in Israeli strikes on a residential building in a town in southern Lebanon early on Monday, Lebanon's state news agency reported. The Israeli army had demanded early Monday that residents of Deir Zahrani in southern Lebanon leave a specific zone ahead of strikes against Iran-backed Hezbollah.

According to France24.com, the Israeli military's actions came amid heightened tensions in the region, as they targeted areas believed to be used by Hezbollah. The strikes have led to significant casualties and raised concerns over the escalating violence between the two sides.

The incident highlights the ongoing conflict and the impact on civilians caught in the crossfire. The Lebanese government and international community have been urged to address the humanitarian situation and seek de-escalation to prevent further loss of life.