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Israel Strikes Beirut Suburbs, Hezbollah Fires Rockets as Ground Forces Advance

01 June 2026 06:50

Israel ordered airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday after Hezbollah resumed rocket attacks, violating a ceasefire signed in April. Ground forces reached their deepest point in Lebanon in 26 years.

- Six people killed in Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon overnight. - Hezbollah attacked Israeli troops and infrastructure in northern Israel.

- Diplomatic talks in Washington continue, with Iran warning that any ceasefire must cover all fronts. - Over 3,400 people have been killed in Lebanon since the conflict escalated.

The situation remains volatile as both sides trade fire and diplomatic efforts struggle to contain the escalation.

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