The ancient Lebanese city of Tyre has largely emptied following a mass evacuation warning issued by Israel. Residents are returning to assess damage and an atmosphere of fear prevails amid concerns of renewed Israeli strikes. An official from the antiquities department described the impact on the 5,000-year-old city as “huge.” The evacuations suggest a potential escalation in hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, with Tyre situated in a strategically sensitive area. While details regarding the initial warning and any strikes remain limited, the situation has created a ghost town effect. The future remains uncertain for Tyre’s residents and its historical heritage.