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Israeli airstrikes and artillery fire targeted southern Lebanon, raising fears of the collapse of the fragile ceasefire. The attacks hit several border towns and villages, with the IDF citing Hezbollah activities as justification. The escalation undermines recent diplomatic efforts to maintain peace.
Lebanese leaders condemned Israeli airstrikes that killed at least 11 people in southern Lebanon on Saturday, marking the deadliest incident since the US-brokered ceasefire in June. Israel defended the strikes as responses to Hezbollah actions, while analysts suggest Netanyahu seeks escalation to bolster his political standing ahead of October elections.
As UNIFIL's mandate in southern Lebanon nears expiration, the future of peacekeeping in the region is uncertain, with a likely smaller and more limited force. International support remains, but analysts warn of a possible security vacuum if a new mission is not established promptly.
Three Lebanese soldiers were wounded on Saturday while clearing unexploded ordnance in the border village of Zawtar al-Gharbiyah. The incident occurred after Israeli forces allegedly built earthworks overnight, breaching a June framework agreement, while the Israeli military denied knowledge of the event.
An Israeli drone strike killed two people in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, violating a U.S.- and Iran-brokered ceasefire. Defense Minister Israel Katz insists troops will not leave, as Washington-hosted talks continue and the Lebanese government demands a full withdrawal.
Mourners gathered in Beirut to pay tribute to Mona Khalil, a beloved Lebanese conservationist who died from wounds sustained in an Israeli airstrike on her home in southern Lebanon. Khalil, 77, dedicated more than 20 years to protecting sea turtles along Lebanon’s coast.
Thousands of Lebanese are returning to their devastated homes in southern Lebanon after a US-Iran ceasefire deal, despite Israel's refusal to withdraw. The area has suffered widespread destruction, with over 3,700 killed since March. Many returnees face ruins and continue to grieve lost family members.
Thousands of displaced Lebanese families are returning to heavily damaged towns after a US-Iran-backed ceasefire took effect, only to find collapsed homes and burned vehicles. Many are gathering essential items before leaving again, while others struggle to rebuild amid shortages and insecurity. The conflict has killed nearly 3,800 people and displaced 1.2 million.
The United Nations has doubled its aid appeal for Lebanon to nearly $640 million over six months as the war with Israel triggers a severe humanitarian crisis. The OCHA warns the situation is grave and deteriorating, with over one million displaced and essential services under strain.
