Middle east live: Israel says ground forces 'expanding' in Lebanon
Summary
Israel's military is increasing its ground operations in southern Lebanon and has captured a strategic mountain with a Crusader-era castle near Nabatiyeh. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump announced that Iran has agreed not to develop nuclear weapons, as efforts continue to negotiate an end to the Middle East conflict.Key Facts
- Israeli forces are expanding their ground operations in southern Lebanon.
- Israeli troops crossed the Litani River to strengthen their position against Hezbollah.
- The Israeli army captured Beaufort castle, a strategic mountain near Nabatiyeh, in the deepest incursion into Lebanon in 26 years.
- The castle was previously held by Israel until their withdrawal in 2000.
- Fighting and airstrikes have occurred in nearby villages as part of this ongoing conflict.
- President Donald Trump said he has secured Iran’s guarantee not to develop nuclear weapons.
- Trump has sent a tougher peace proposal back to Iran, aiming to end the Middle East war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz shipping route.
- The war is causing economic disruptions, including rising prices that affect tourism in Southeast Asia.
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