Southern Lebanon is witnessing one of its most intense periods of destruction in recent months as Israeli airstrikes, artillery shelling, and drone attacks continue to hit multiple towns across the region. Areas including Sarafand in the Tyre district and Yaroun have come under repeated fire, while Lebanese officials report entire residential neighborhoods reduced to rubble in parts of Bint Jbeil. At the same time, Iran’s nationwide internet blackout has entered its 83rd day, leaving millions cut off from global communication platforms and international network access. The digital shutdown was reportedly imposed within hours of the February 28 US-Israeli strikes and has since triggered growing international concern over censorship, information control and the widening regional crisis. WATCH