Israel's air strikes in Lebanon have escalated tensions in the Middle East, with thousands of people displaced and regional powers warning of the risk of a wider war. The Lebanese government has accused Israel of causing civilian casualties, including the deaths of 24 children. Turkey and Egypt have called on Israel to halt its offensive, with Turkey warning that Israel's attacks on Lebanon could drag the entire region into chaos. Israel has stated that it is prepared for a full ground invasion of Lebanon if necessary to ensure its security. World powers are urging both Israel and Hezbollah to pull back from the brink of all-out war.