Israel strikes southern Lebanon, wounding one
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Israel launched air raids and artillery strikes on southern Lebanon on Friday, wounding at least one person, according to Lebanese state media. The attacks follow reports from Iranian media that a draft peace deal between Iran and the US would include ending the war in Lebanon.
The Strikes
Israeli warplanes and artillery targeted areas in southern Lebanon on Friday, wounding one person, according to Lebanon's National News Agency. The strikes hit near the border villages of Kfar Kila and Taybeh. No group immediately claimed responsibility for any attack on Israel that might have prompted the strikes.
Diplomatic Context
The attacks come as Iranian media reported that a draft peace deal between Tehran and Washington would include ending the war in Lebanon. The report, carried by the semi-official Tasnim news agency, did not provide details on the status of negotiations. Hezbollah, the Iran-backed group that controls much of southern Lebanon, has been exchanging fire with Israel since October 2023.
Ground Operations in Khiam
The Israeli military announced the launch of 'limited and targeted ground operations' in southern Lebanon, focusing on the strategic town of Khiam, a Hezbollah stronghold and gateway to southern Lebanon.
Partial Ceasefire Agreement
A partial ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah was announced by US President Donald Trump late Monday. Under the agreement, Israeli forces will not bomb Beirut, though strikes in southern Lebanon continued on Tuesday.
Hezbollah Urges No Negotiations
Hezbollah urged the Lebanese government not to enter negotiations with Israel, according to the Associated Press. The call came as Israeli jets struck several towns in southern Lebanon on Thursday after urging residents to leave, marking an escalation in near-daily strikes.
Ceasefire Violations in Southern Lebanon
Al Jazeera reported that at least four major Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon just 30 minutes after the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah was meant to take effect. The strikes targeted multiple locations, according to correspondent Heidi Pett reporting from Tyre.
What's Next
The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) is expected to release a statement on the escalation. It remains unclear whether the strikes signal a broader Israeli operation or a limited response to a specific threat.
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Israel strikes southern Lebanon, wounding one
