Middle East crisis live: Lebanon hit by one of the heaviest days of Israeli bombing in weeks
Summary
Israel carried out over 120 airstrikes in Lebanon in one day, causing many deaths and injuries and escalating fighting in the region. Lebanon’s health ministry reported at least 31 people killed, while Israeli and Lebanese forces, including Hezbollah, have been using weapons and drones in their conflict.Key Facts
- Israel launched more than 120 airstrikes on Lebanon in one day.
- At least 31 people were killed and 40 wounded by the strikes, including children and women.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces are increasing ground operations in southern Lebanon.
- Hezbollah attacked Israeli forces and tanks in southern Lebanon using drones, rockets, and artillery.
- The fighting challenges a ceasefire agreed on 16 April between Israel and Hezbollah.
- Iran accused the US of violating a separate ceasefire by striking targets in southern Iran but continues talks with the US.
- President Donald Trump plans to discuss the Iran conflict in a Cabinet meeting.
- US Central Command denied resuming military escort missions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway near Iran.
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