Israel conducts deadly attacks on southern Lebanon after Trump promises de-escalation
Summary
Israel carried out airstrikes in southern Lebanon that killed eight people, including children, despite President Donald Trump urging Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to attack Beirut to avoid escalating the conflict. The attacks continued amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, and as talks took place in Washington to reduce fighting.Key Facts
- Israeli drone strikes on southern Lebanon killed eight people, including two children and their father.
- President Trump asked Prime Minister Netanyahu not to attack Beirut to prevent further escalation.
- Despite a nominal ceasefire starting in April and Trump's call, fighting in southern Lebanon has continued.
- Hezbollah and Israel agreed to stop attacks on Beirut’s southern suburbs, but broader fighting persists.
- Israeli strikes hit several towns, including Nabatiyeh, with warnings given to residents to leave some areas.
- Hezbollah launched two operations against Israeli forces but did not fire rockets across the border.
- Israeli military intercepted projectiles from Lebanon into Israel overnight.
- Diplomatic talks are ongoing in Washington to encourage de-escalation and extend the ceasefire.
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