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Israeli Soldier Killed in Southern Lebanon Amid Ceasefire Tensions

Israeli Soldier Killed in Southern Lebanon Amid Ceasefire Tensions

Staff-Sgt. Negev Dagan, a 20-year-old soldier from Dekel, was killed in southern Lebanon during a counterterrorism operation. The incident occurred when Hezbollah terrorists fired a mortar towards his unit near the Litani River. Despite efforts by combat medics to save him, Dagan was declared dead at the scene. He served in the Golani Brigade's 12th Battalion and was posthumously promoted from Sergeant to Staff-Sergeant. This marks the sixth Israeli soldier casualty since the ceasefire began. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed condolences to Dagan's family, highlighting the soldier's bravery and dedication.
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Lebanon to press Israel to cease fire at Washington talks, Lebanese official says

Lebanon to press Israel to cease fire at Washington talks, Lebanese official says

By Laila Bassam BEIRUT, May 14 (Reuters) - Lebanon will demand Israel cease fire at face-to-face talks in Washington on Thursday, a senior Lebanese official said, as Iran-backed Hezbollah and Israel continued to trade blows despite a U.S.-backed truce declared last month.
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New round of Lebanon-Israel talks kicks off as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues

New round of Lebanon-Israel talks kicks off as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues

Israel and Lebanon have started a third round of direct talks in Washington
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Hezbollah Drone Strike Injures Israeli Civilians Near Lebanon Border Amid Tensions

Hezbollah Drone Strike Injures Israeli Civilians Near Lebanon Border Amid Tensions

A Hezbollah-launched explosive drone struck the parking lot of the Rosh Hanikra grottoes site near the Lebanese border, injuring three Israeli civilians. The incident, which the IDF described as a 'blatant violation of the ceasefire understandings,' occurred without prior warning sirens. The victims, including workers involved in renovations at the site, were evacuated to Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya. The attack comes amid heightened tensions, as the IDF had earlier conducted strikes in Lebanon and issued evacuation warnings for several southern Lebanese villages. The escalation coincides with planned diplomatic talks in Washington between Israeli and Lebanese representatives, aimed at addressing ongoing border disputes and security concerns.
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Iran war overshadows Trump's China visit as peace talks stall

Iran war overshadows Trump's China visit as peace talks stall

By Trevor Hunnicutt and Andrea Shalal BEIJING/WASHINGTON, May 14 (Reuters) - U.S.
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Israel and Lebanon Agree to Extend Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Tensions

Israel and Lebanon Agree to Extend Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Tensions

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 45-day extension of their ceasefire following talks in Washington, as announced by the U.S. State Department. The ceasefire, initially set to expire, has been extended to allow for further negotiations scheduled for early June. The discussions aim to foster lasting peace, mutual recognition of sovereignty, and security along the shared border. Despite the ceasefire, tensions remain high, with recent Israeli military strikes on Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon, resulting in injuries and damage to infrastructure. The U.S. continues to support Israel while expressing concerns over the situation in southern Lebanon.
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IDF Troops Conduct Secret Operation Against Hezbollah, Uncover Invasion Tunnels

IDF Troops Conduct Secret Operation Against Hezbollah, Uncover Invasion Tunnels

In a covert operation, Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) troops from the Golani Brigade conducted a raid near the Litani River in southern Lebanon, approximately 10 kilometers from the Israeli border. The operation targeted Hezbollah's defensive and offensive positions, which were reportedly established for potential raids on northern Israeli communities. The IDF troops, supported by heavy fire and advanced robots, engaged in intense combat with Hezbollah fighters over three days. The operation resulted in the death of 15 Hezbollah fighters and the discovery of underground tunnels and weapon caches. The IDF also faced challenges from explosive drones during the operation.
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IDF Troops Conduct Secret Operation in Lebanon, Targeting Hezbollah Positions

IDF Troops Conduct Secret Operation in Lebanon, Targeting Hezbollah Positions

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) recently conducted a covert operation in southern Lebanon, crossing the Litani River to engage Hezbollah fighters. The operation, led by the Golani Reconnaissance Unit, aimed to disrupt Hezbollah's operational capabilities by targeting their positions, tunnels, and weapon storage sites. Over three days, IDF troops faced intense combat, utilizing advanced robots and airstrikes to neutralize threats. The operation resulted in the deaths of dozens of Hezbollah fighters and the injury of several IDF soldiers. The IDF also uncovered and destroyed significant underground infrastructure used by Hezbollah for potential raids into Israeli territory.
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IDF Faces New Threat from Hezbollah Drones Amid Ongoing Operations in Lebanon

IDF Faces New Threat from Hezbollah Drones Amid Ongoing Operations in Lebanon

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are encountering significant challenges from Hezbollah's use of explosive drones in southern Lebanon. Despite a ceasefire, Hezbollah has not fully adhered to the agreement, continuing to launch drones that have resulted in numerous casualties among IDF forces. The IDF has been conducting operations beyond the Litani River, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure and eliminating threats. These operations have included strikes on over 40 Hezbollah targets, including weapons depots and military structures. The IDF is also working on countermeasures to mitigate the drone threat, with the Defense Ministry evaluating various proposals to enhance detection and interception capabilities.
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Factbox-How has the Iran war affected Middle East states?

Factbox-How has the Iran war affected Middle East states?

LONDON, May 13 - The war that began on February 28 with a massive Israeli-U.S. bombing campaign against Iran has rocked the entire Middle East, wreaking damage to infrastructure and economies and overturning settled assumptions about regional security.
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Israeli drone strikes hit highway south of Beirut, killing 8, including 2 children

Israeli drone strikes hit highway south of Beirut, killing 8, including 2 children

Israeli drones have struck three vehicles on a highway south of Beirut, killing eight people, including a woman and her two children, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry
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Israel steps up attacks on Gaza since Iran truce, as military says Hamas rearming

Israel steps up attacks on Gaza since Iran truce, as military says Hamas rearming

By Nidal al-Mughrabi, Maayan Lubell and Dawoud Abu Alkas CAIRO/JERUSALEM/GAZA, May 13 (Reuters) - Israel has escalated its attacks in Gaza in the five weeks since halting its joint bombing with the U.S. in Iran, redirecting its fire back on the ruined Palestinian enclave where the military believes