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Israel kills 8 in Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah will de-escalate

Israel kills 8 in Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah will de-escalate

Israeli drone strikes on southern Lebanon have killed eight people, including a father and his two children
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Iran Warns Northern Israelis Amid Rising Tensions Over Beirut Strikes

Iran Warns Northern Israelis Amid Rising Tensions Over Beirut Strikes

Iran's Central Military Command has issued a warning to residents of northern Israel, advising them to leave the area if Israel conducts strikes in Beirut. This warning comes amid escalating tensions over Lebanon, with Iranian state television suggesting that the ceasefire between Iran and the United States could collapse if Israeli attacks in Lebanon continue. The Tasnim News Agency, which is closely aligned with Iran's hardline elements, reported that Iran has halted indirect talks with Washington due to Israeli operations in Lebanon and Gaza. Iran is demanding a complete Israeli withdrawal from territory captured in Lebanon, linking any future agreement with the United States to a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. This development underscores Tehran's intention to restrict the Israel Defense Forces' actions in Lebanon, allowing Hezbollah to continue its operations.
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President Trump Announces Israel-Hezbollah Agreement to Reduce Hostilities

President Trump Announces Israel-Hezbollah Agreement to Reduce Hostilities

President Trump announced that Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to reduce hostilities following discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and communications with Hezbollah through mediators. This development comes after Israeli forces made a significant incursion into Lebanon, marking the deepest penetration in over 25 years. Trump stated that Israeli troops heading towards Beirut have been turned back, and both parties have agreed to cease attacks. Netanyahu confirmed the conversation but emphasized that Israel would strike targets in Beirut if Hezbollah's attacks continue. The ceasefire, initially established in mid-April, was disrupted by renewed Hezbollah attacks following Israeli strikes in Lebanon. The situation complicates ongoing negotiations to extend the ceasefire in the Iran war, with Tehran insisting that any agreement must include Lebanon.
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Israel Seeks U.S. Approval for Expanded Strikes in Beirut Amid Lebanon Conflict

Israel Seeks U.S. Approval for Expanded Strikes in Beirut Amid Lebanon Conflict

Senior Israeli officials have requested U.S. approval to expand military strikes in Beirut, as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) continue operations in southern Lebanon. The IDF has taken control of strategic areas north of the Litani River, including the Beaufort Ridge outpost. The military is preparing to advance towards Nabatiya, a Hezbollah stronghold. This request comes amid ongoing Hezbollah drone attacks and a fragile ceasefire. International reactions include calls from the UK and Germany for Israel to halt its operations, citing civilian casualties and infrastructure damage.
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Netanyahu faces criticism after Trump halts Israeli strikes on Beirut

Netanyahu faces criticism after Trump halts Israeli strikes on Beirut

By Alexander Cornwell TEL AVIV, June 2 (Reuters) - Benjamin Netanyahu is under criticism at home after U.S. President Donald Trump declared Israel would halt plans to attack Iran ally Hezbollah in Beirut, highlighting pressure the Israeli leader faces ahead of an election polls show him losing.
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Israel's Netanyahu orders attacks in Beirut's southern suburbs

Israel's Netanyahu orders attacks in Beirut's southern suburbs

BEIRUT/JERUSALEM, June 1 (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered attacks on the Hezbollah-controlled southern suburbs of Beirut on Monday, signalling further escalation of a war that has complicated mediation towards resolving the U.S.-Iran conflict.
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Netanyahu's Statement Prompts Hezbollah Leaders to Flee Beirut Amid Military Tensions

Netanyahu's Statement Prompts Hezbollah Leaders to Flee Beirut Amid Military Tensions

Following a joint statement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz, multiple Hezbollah leaders have reportedly fled Beirut. The statement, which announced intentions to strike Hezbollah targets in the Lebanese capital, led to a loss of surprise for the IDF's planned operations. The IDF had intended to target Hezbollah's command centers and operations rooms, but the announcement prompted a swift evacuation by Hezbollah leaders and some residents. This development comes amid confusion over the ceasefire framework between Hezbollah and Israel, with the IDF expressing concerns about the strategic implications of a 'quiet for quiet' agreement.
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Israel kills 8 in southern Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah to de-escalate

Israel kills 8 in southern Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah to de-escalate

Israeli drone strikes on southern Lebanon on Tuesday killed eight people, including a father and his two children
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Israel orders strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs as Hezbollah rockets hit northern Israel

Israel orders strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs as Hezbollah rockets hit northern Israel

Israel’s government has ordered strikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut, a day after its ground forces reached their deepest point in Lebanon in 26 years and as Hezbollah fired rockets at northern Israel including the outskirts of coastal city of Haifa
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Trump says he spoke to Lebanon's Hezbollah through intermediaries

Trump says he spoke to Lebanon's Hezbollah through intermediaries

WASHINGTON, June 1 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday said he spoke with Iran-aligned Lebanese militia group Hezbollah through intermediaries and secured a pledge that it would not attack Israel.
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Israeli Troops Capture Beaufort Castle, Signaling Strategic Shift in Southern Lebanon

Israeli Troops Capture Beaufort Castle, Signaling Strategic Shift in Southern Lebanon

Israeli troops have captured Beaufort Castle, a historic fortress in southern Lebanon, marking a significant strategic move. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) raised the Israeli flag over the 900-year-old castle, which offers a commanding view over southern Lebanon and northern Israel. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described this as a 'dramatic stage and dramatic change in our policy.' The capture of the castle, originally built by crusaders, is seen as a tactical advantage for Israel, providing a strategic lookout post in the region.
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Israel Conducts Strikes in South Lebanon Amid Rising Tensions

Israel Conducts Strikes in South Lebanon Amid Rising Tensions

Israel has launched a series of strikes across southern Lebanon following evacuation orders from over a dozen locations. This military action comes a day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israeli forces had advanced deeper into Lebanese territory. The strikes have reportedly targeted areas near the medieval Beaufort castle, with Lebanon's army stating that two soldiers were wounded by an Israeli drone strike near Nabatieh. These developments occur in the context of ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with both sides accusing each other of violating a ceasefire that was supposed to take effect on April 17. The Lebanese government, led by President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, has condemned the Israeli actions and is seeking to intensify diplomatic efforts to halt the attacks.