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Hezbollah MP backs state, slams Lebanese rivals

Hezbollah Member of Parliament Ali Fayad has urged for a blend of wisdom, patience, and strength in navigating Lebanonโ€™s increasingly volatile security situation, particularly in the southern regions. Speaking during the funeral of a Hezbollah fighter killed in recent hostilities, Fayad emphasized the need for national resolve in the face of continuous Israeli aggression. According to Fayad, Lebanon is in …

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2 killed, 8 injured as Israel strikes south Lebanon after rocket fire

On Saturday, Israel launched a series of airstrikes targeting multiple locations across southern Lebanon. This action was in direct response to the interception of rockets fired from Lebanese territory into northern Israel. The Lebanese state media reported that these strikes resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to eight others in the town of Touline. The Israeli Prime …

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Breaking: Israel hits Lebanon after first rocket fire since ceasefire

Israel carried out its most intense series of airstrikes on Lebanon in nearly four months, targeting several sites in southern Lebanon. The strikes followed the launch of rockets from Lebanese territory into Israelโ€”marking the first such incident since a ceasefire was established in November. The Israeli military claimed it had hit multiple Hezbollah positions, including rocket launch sites and a …

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Report: Ortagus made no threats to Lebanese officials over Israel talks

Deputy U.S. Special Envoy for the Middle East Morgan Ortagus recently reached out to Lebanese leadershipโ€”including President Joseph Aoun, Speaker Nabih Berri, and Prime Minister Nawaf Salamโ€”urging the rapid formation of three joint working groups. These proposed groups, comprising both civilian experts and military personnel, are expected to tackle unresolved matters with Israel, including troop withdrawals, border demarcation, and the …

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Israel says it hit military targets in east and south Lebanon

The Israeli military announced on Thursday that it had carried out airstrikes targeting military positions in both eastern and southern Lebanon, despite a ceasefire agreement reached in late November. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the attacks included a strike on an underground militant facility in Lebanon’s Bekaa region and another on a rocket launch site in the south, …

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Israeli strikes on Gaza homes kill at least 58 Palestinians

The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, established in January 2025, collapsed on March 18, leading to a significant escalation in violence across the Gaza Strip. Israeli airstrikes targeted various locations, resulting in substantial casualties and widespread destruction. In the early hours of March 18, Israeli forces launched a series of airstrikes across Gaza, marking one of the deadliest days …

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Report: Ortagus warns Aoun and Salam of Israeli military freedom

During a recent visit to Lebanon, U.S. Deputy Special Envoy for Middle East Peace, Morgan Ortagus, conveyed a firm message regarding Hezbollah’s involvement in the Lebanese government. In meetings with President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam, Ortagus emphasized that the United States considers Hezbollah’s participation in the new government a “red line.” She expressed gratitude to Israel for …

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Hamas open to talks as Israel intensifies Gaza strikes

After a fragile ceasefire that began in January, hostilities have reignited between Israel and Hamas. The truce unraveled following disagreements over hostage releases and ceasefire terms. Israel accused Hamas of refusing to release remaining hostages, prompting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to declare the resumption of military operations. Netanyahu emphasized that negotiations would now proceed “only under fire,” signaling a …

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