Beaches, bridges, and hospitals: verified strikes show deepening impact on Lebanese civilians
As Israel's evacuation zone expands northward into Lebanese territory, CIR has documented strikes landing inside it and troops advancing deeper. With over 1 million self-reported IDPs and 133,492 IDPs in collective shelters as of 18 March 2026, the reality on the ground appears to increasingly diverge from evacuation orders.
Evidence verified by CIR shows a sharp escalation in Israeli military activity across Lebanon, with nearly 100 airstrikes documented in one week alongside confirmed ground incursions north of the Blue Line.
Mapping the digital evidence of the Israel-Gaza war
Investigators verified over 1,300 incidents in total, using digital investigation techniques to verify destruction, violence and visible casualties using footage and images shared online, satellite imagery and other types of open source material.
The digital frontline: Conducting open source investigations in Gaza, Lebanon and Israel
Four investigators share their thoughts and experiences from the past year – providing insights into the role open source research has played in the conflict and the personal challenges they have faced.
