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Iran and U.S. Near Deal as Israeli Strikes on Lebanon Threaten Fragile Ceasefire

14 June 2026 15:15

The U.S. and Iran are close to a deal to end the Middle East war, potentially including Lebanon, but Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon threaten the fragile ceasefire.

- The IDF intercepted a Hezbollah rocket from Lebanon and struck over 70 Hezbollah sites. - Lebanese officials reported Israeli airstrikes near Nabatieh, killing a local official and wounding a soldier.

- Hezbollah launched drone attacks and clashed with Israeli forces near the border. - Fresh strikes hit eastern Baalbek as diplomatic efforts continue.

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