European leaders warn against Israeli ground incursion into Lebanon

The leaders of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and the UK on Monday said Israel must avoid mounting a ground incursion into Lebanon, after it resumed its war on the country's south two weeks ago.

They said they are "gravely concerned" by the attacks on all sides, and demanded a return to the negotiating table. 

"A significant Israeli ground offensive would have devastating humanitarian consequences and could lead to a protracted conflict. It must be averted," the leaders warned in a joint statement. 

"The humanitarian situation in Lebanon, including ongoing mass displacement, is already deeply alarming."

As of Monday, one million people in Lebanon have been displaced because of this latest spate of attacks, according to the country's disasters and risk management unit. 

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