Lebanon's government has long sought to disarm the powerful Hezbollah militia, and despite signs of progress before the Iran war, these efforts ultimately failed.

The US State Department has offered a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to Ahmad al-Hamidawi, the leader of the Iran-backed Kataib Hezbollah militia, who is accused of deadly attacks on US facilities and kidnapping US citizens.

The war in Iran further escalated on Monday. After attacks by the pro-Iranian Hezbollah militia on targets in Israel, the Israeli army responded with airstrikes in Lebanon.

Israel has ordered the evacuation of nine villages in South Lebanon, signaling impending attacks against the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia. This move comes as tensions escalate in the region.

After the death of Ali Khamenei, the Iranian security chief refuses negotiations with the USA. The Hezbollah militia from Lebanon has entered the conflict.

Despite a ceasefire in Lebanon in effect since mid-April, clashes between Israel and the Hezbollah militia continue, with Israel reporting approximately 50 attacks in 24 hours and the US pushing for talks.

Irish MEP Barry Andrews described being surrounded by Hezbollah militia in Beirut, who confiscated his phone and passport, leading to fears of Israeli predator drones in the area.