Israel's army has established a 'Yellow Line' security demarcation in southern Lebanon, similar to its Gaza border zone, amidst reports of building demolitions and security operations in the region. This development signals a new phase in border control efforts.
European nations, led by France and the UK, are planning a multinational naval mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz. This initiative aims to ensure safe passage through the vital waterway, with Italy also expressing openness to contribute.
A US envoy has described the ceasefire with Hezbollah as the "beginning of a road," while a lifeline to south Lebanon has reopened. Hezbollah, however, warns it has its "finger on the trigger" if Israel violates the truce.
Israel's army chief has ordered the killing of all Hezbollah fighters in South Lebanon amidst ongoing clashes. Israeli forces are now engaged in intense street-to-street combat with Hezbollah in Bint Jbeil, a symbolic stronghold five kilometers from the Israeli border, which has been encircled.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirmed in Southern Lebanon that "the war continues" and that Israel has "thwarted the threat of an invasion." Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam later stated he continues to work for a ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal.
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Diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran have concluded without an agreement, with the EU emphasizing the necessity of diplomacy. The development comes amidst conflicting reports from CENTCOM and Iran's Revolutionary Guards regarding the Strait of Hormuz, and a statement from Netanyahu.
Israel is conducting large-scale air attacks in southern Lebanon, amidst ongoing peace talks in Islamabad where Iran is reportedly pushing for a ceasefire that includes Lebanon.
The Israeli army announced that one of its soldiers was killed 'in battle' in southern Lebanon, an area where Israel and the pro-Iranian Shiite organization have been clashing for over a month.
Reports suggest that the Israeli military has begun demolishing houses in villages located in southern Lebanon, indicating potential escalation or actions along the border.
Israeli forces are reportedly making slow advances into South Lebanon, encountering stiff resistance and raising fears of a potential occupation. The Israeli military now claims to have killed 40 Hezbollah fighters in the last 24 hours as part of these operations.
Israel's defense minister has announced plans to establish an expanded buffer zone in southern Lebanon, extending up to the Litani River, and has threatened to destroy all homes in Lebanese villages near the border, adopting a 'Rafah and Beit Hanoun model' from Gaza, raising concerns about the displacement of approximately 600,000 people. The IDF is looking to demolish south Lebanon villages and establish permanent outposts.
Israel's Defense Minister announced a plan to destroy all homes near the border with Lebanon, following the "Gaza model," to create a buffer zone and prevent the return of hundreds of thousands of evacuated Lebanese citizens.
The Israeli military has suspended and pulled a battalion from the Israeli-occupied West Bank, a rare punishment for soldier misconduct, following 'revenge' comments made by a soldier and an assault on a CNN crew during their detention.
Israeli airstrikes on two police checkpoints in the Gaza Strip, controlled by Hamas, resulted in the deaths of at least six Palestinians, including one child, according to local health officials.
At least 46 rescue workers and five medical personnel have been killed in Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon since the beginning of the conflict, according to the Lebanese Minister of Health.
The IDF has reportedly discovered a Hezbollah tunnel near a church in southern Lebanon, raising concerns that the group is exploiting the Christian population in the area.
Israeli ministers are openly discussing their intentions in South Lebanon, including the possibility of a return of occupation and annexation plans, with the return of residents contingent on a victory over Hezbollah.
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Lebanon has withdrawn the accreditation of the recently appointed Iranian ambassador to Beirut, giving him a deadline to leave the country, citing breaches of diplomatic protocol by Tehran amidst ongoing Israeli attacks.
An explosion from a strike on a bridge in South Lebanon was captured on video by an ERTnews crew, with reports of two strikes completely destroying a significant bridge.
Israel's Defense Minister confirmed orders to destroy Lebanese villages and bridges, and the military has since struck the Qasmiya Bridge in south Lebanon, a key crossing link, and ordered the destruction of homes near the border, intensifying operations against Hezbollah.
Hizbollah has announced that its fighters are clashing with Israeli troops in two border towns in southern Lebanon, indicating an escalation of hostilities in the region.
A dramatic video shows RT journalist Steve Sweeney narrowly escaping an Israeli missile strike that landed just meters away from his position while he was reporting from south Lebanon.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have reiterated a widespread evacuation warning for southern Lebanon, urging civilians to move north of the Zahrani River as air strikes continue.
Israeli troops have initiated 'limited' ground operations in south Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah strongholds, with reports indicating seven fatalities on Monday.
Israel and Lebanon are reportedly set to hold talks amidst the ongoing war with Hezbollah, which has declared readiness for a prolonged conflict as Israel continues strikes on Lebanon, including the destruction of a key bridge.
Irish troops in South Lebanon are well, accounted for and prepared for "this period of heightened intensity," a spokesman for the Defence Forces has said.
A French peacekeeper was killed and others wounded in an attack on a UNIFIL patrol in southern Lebanon, prompting condemnation from several nations. French President Macron accused Hezbollah of responsibility, an accusation the group denied.
Ambulance workers in south Lebanon have recounted an Israeli 'triple-tap' targeted strike that resulted in the deaths of four paramedics and injuries to six others.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, which has been announced by former President Trump and welcomed by various international leaders. Despite the truce, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that the army would remain in southern Lebanon.
Israel has continued its attacks in southern Lebanon and called for the evacuation of residents from the area. There are also plans to expand a security zone in the region.
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Apple reportedly threatened to remove Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot from its App Store due to concerns over deepfake content. The tech giant privately warned about the app's potential for generating misleading media.
Clashes erupted in southern Lebanon between Israeli Defense Forces and Hezbollah, resulting in the death of Sergeant Major Ayal Uriel Bianko and the wounding of at least ten other IDF soldiers. The incidents also involved a drone attack and the discovery of weapons in a Lebanese home.
Pedro Sanchez underlined the need for the European Union to play a more active and leading role on the international stage, not only militarily but also in terms of values.
The Israeli army reported striking Hezbollah launch sites in south Lebanon, with subsequent reports and pictures revealing widespread devastation in the region following these military actions.
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The Israeli military has announced the completion of its forward deployment in south Lebanon, indicating heightened military presence and strategic positioning in the region.
Israeli airstrikes continue to target Lebanon, killing civilians and leading to Indonesia laying to rest peacekeepers killed in the conflict, while renewed strikes have also forced a Syria border crossing to close.
Three Indonesian peacekeepers serving with the UN in Lebanon have been wounded. The incident highlights the tragic circumstances faced by Blue Helmets in the region, who serve as a buffer between Hezbollah and the Israeli military.
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a stern warning to Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem, stating he would pay an 'extraordinarily heavy price' for escalating attacks during Jewish holidays, specifically mentioning Passover attacks.
Israeli airstrikes in Beirut and Khaldeh have resulted in nine deaths and 29 injuries, while Hezbollah continues to fight an invasion in south Lebanon.
Katz has stated that Israel intends to occupy south Lebanon even after the war concludes. This comes as authorities have discovered a vast drug trafficking tunnel connecting Morocco and Spain, leading to the arrest of 27 individuals involved in the operation. Israel is reportedly planning a deeper invasion of Lebanon, including the occupation of a buffer zone.
Israel is preparing to establish a 'Gaza-style' buffer zone in southern Lebanon, announcing its intention to control a security zone up to the Litani River and prohibiting the return of evacuated residents until Israel's safety is guaranteed.
An Indonesian United Nations peacekeeping mission (UNIFIL) soldier was killed and another seriously injured in southern Lebanon when a projectile exploded at one of its positions. The origin of the projectile remains unknown, and an investigation has been launched to determine the circumstances.
The Israeli military has confirmed that another soldier was killed in an incident in south Lebanon, adding to the casualties in the ongoing regional tensions.
Three Lebanese journalists were killed in an Israeli attack on their car in southern Lebanon, adding to the deepening humanitarian crisis in the region where new Israeli attacks are frequently reported.
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem stated that negotiating with Israel under fire would be 'surrender' for Lebanon, as Israeli forces continue strikes and expand a 'buffer zone' in southern Lebanon, including the UN-monitored area, prompting UN Secretary-General Guterres to warn that Lebanon must not become the next Gaza and urge a halt to the fighting.
A researcher claims that Israel is using white phosphorus to scorch earth in south Lebanon, with Human Rights Watch and other organizations documenting the use of the weapon in civilian areas, raising questions about its legality.
Israel's Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has called for the effective annexation of southern Lebanon, advocating for a 'new border' and occupation. This is reinforced by Defense Minister Israel Katz, who suggested Israeli troops might remain in parts of Lebanon even after fighting subsides, aiming to control a security zone where displaced Lebanese residents will not be allowed to return until northern Israel is safe.
Despite ongoing artillery fire from the hills as Israel battles Hezbollah, the remaining residents of South Lebanon, including Christians, Sunnis, and Druze, are determined to stay and avoid involvement in the conflict.
Israel has bombed at least five of the six principal bridges across a river dividing southern Lebanon, as it engages in heated battles with the pro-Iran militant group Hezbollah in border villages.
Israeli forces destroyed the Qaaqaaiyet al-Jisr bridge on the Litani river in south Lebanon, which they claim was used by Hezbollah, stoking fears of a potential ground invasion.
Israel's Defence Minister announced that the military has been instructed to destroy more bridges and accelerate the demolition of Lebanese houses in contact villages to thwart threats to Israeli communities.
The Israeli military has confirmed striking Hezbollah targets in Beirut and south Lebanon, as airstrikes intensify amid a widening regional conflict that has reportedly killed over 1,000 people and displaced more than one million in Lebanon.
The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed they struck two bridges in a press statement this afternoon on routes into South Lebanon where Irish soldiers are based.
The UN rights office has expressed concerns about potential 'ethnic cleansing' as Israel accelerates settlement expansion across the occupied West Bank, leading to the displacement of 36,000 Palestinians within one year.
Israeli bombing attacks have left neighborhoods in Beirut’s southern suburbs in ruins, with mass displacement continuing. An Israeli strike hit the area on March 15, and the military had issued an evacuation warning for several neighborhoods.
Three Lebanese officials have confirmed that Beirut is forming a delegation for talks with Israel, though no date has been set, as the war with Hezbollah continues to rage and the UN calls for diplomacy.
A rifle-wielding man, identified as a Lebanese immigrant who lost relatives in an Israeli strike in Lebanon, attacked a Detroit-area synagogue and was killed in a shootout. Police operations were underway following the gunfire exchange.
Iranian Kurdish opposition groups, with 4,000 to 5,000 fighters based in Iraqi Kurdistan, are prepared to challenge Tehran and have high hopes for the US-Israeli operation in Iran, but are holding back as the war unfolds.
Israel said it deployed more forces in Lebanon to protect its people, but its military chief said the goal is more ambitious: to disarm Hezbollah. Israel made plans for the incursion well in advance.
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Thousands of displaced Lebanese civilians are returning to their homes, particularly in southern Lebanon, following a ceasefire. Many are finding their villages heavily damaged, and the fragile truce is being tested by ongoing security concerns and occasional violations.
Residents in south Lebanon are grappling with the aftermath of conflict, with homes destroyed and casualties reported, as a ceasefire with Israel appeared imminent.
Israel has declared its intention to retain control over captured territories in South Lebanon, a stance that conflicts with Beirut's insistence on a full withdrawal of IDF forces.
Israeli strikes have destroyed the last operational bridge over the Litani River in southern Lebanon, effectively cutting off the region. The attacks also reportedly targeted buildings around a hospital and paramedics.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has outlined conditions for a potential agreement with Lebanon, stating that the disbandment of Hezbollah is a primary goal while Israeli forces continue strikes against the group. He also commented on a possible truce with Iran, emphasizing Israel's readiness for any future conflict scenario.
The Israeli army has issued a new evacuation order for residents in southern Lebanon, including the Zahrani area. This call comes with warnings of impending airstrikes in the region.
Hezbollah has launched strikes against Israel, which responded by targeting launch sites in South Lebanon, while the WHO called for the cancellation of an evacuation order in Jnah. Concurrently, US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan face doubts over the Lebanon situation and sanctions, with Iran conditioning further discussions on a Lebanon ceasefire and unfrozen assets.
Turkish media, citing Reuters, report that three people were killed and two police officers were injured in a shooting incident outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul.
Lebanon has reported that Israeli strikes have targeted suburbs of Beirut and areas in the country's south, with one strike confirmed to have killed a Christian party official and another killing four people in south Lebanon.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called for negotiations with Israel to prevent a devastating conflict in southern Lebanon, warning against a scenario similar to the destruction seen in Gaza.
Israel intends to maintain its military presence in southern Lebanon and establish a 'security zone' south of the Litani River, a move that could lead to a massive escalation in the region.
Israeli forces are reportedly making slow advances into South Lebanon, encountering stiff resistance and raising fears of a potential occupation in the region.
Israeli military strikes have intensified in Lebanon, hitting Beirut and southern areas, killing at least 8-10 people. The Lebanese army has redeployed in the south due to an Israeli ground offensive and incursions, as Israel aims to control swathes of the region.
Israel's defense minister has stated the army will occupy parts of southern Lebanon, destroy homes in border villages, and prevent residents from returning, implying a scale of destruction similar to Gaza.
Israel reportedly plans to occupy southern Lebanon and prevent 600,000 displaced Lebanese from returning, with experts noting similarities to Israel's actions in Gaza.
Multiple UN peacekeepers have been killed in Southern Lebanon within 24 hours, including two Indonesian UNIFIL members who died after an explosion destroyed their vehicle, as Israel expands its operation against Hezbollah, increasing danger for UNIFIL forces.
Donald Trump has reiterated his threats to 'obliterate' Iran's Kharg Island and energy facilities, warning of massive damage without a quick deal, while the Pentagon reportedly prepares for a possible ground invasion or mass bombardment of Iran.
Three journalists killed in an Israeli strike in southern Lebanon, including a veteran Al-Manar correspondent, have been buried in Beirut's southern suburbs, with Lebanese leaders denouncing the attack as a 'war crime' amid continued targeting of media.
An IDF soldier, Katz, 22, was killed in battle while fighting in Lebanon, with three other soldiers moderately wounded in the same attack, the military announced.
The Israeli Defense Forces claim to have found hundreds of Hezbollah weapons in a school in southern Lebanon after a raid in the village of Al-Khiyam, sharing media footage of the discovery. This raises questions about how Hezbollah 'reappeared' south of the Litani River with its weapons.
An Israeli soldier was killed during an operation in southern Lebanon, bringing the total number of Israeli soldiers killed in the ongoing conflict with Hezbollah in the region to three.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu boasts about expanding the country's 'buffer zone' from Lebanon, while Iran has told mediators that Lebanon must be included in any ceasefire agreement with the US and Israel, linking the end of the war to a halt in Israel's offensive.
International condemnation continues to mount over Israeli strikes in South Lebanon, which have killed at least nine people. Malaysia's defence minister confirmed that no Malaysian Battalion personnel were injured in explosions in the region.
Israel has intensified its operations in Lebanon, striking various targets and engaging in border clashes, with Defense Minister Israel Katz announcing the military will occupy the southern area up to the Litani River to establish a security zone, a move that has heightened fears in Beirut of a full occupation.
The first Israeli civilian killed in the Lebanon border war was reportedly hit by Israeli fire, as Israel continues strikes on south Lebanon and an Israeli minister calls for the annexation of southern Lebanon up to the Litani River.
Israel has launched a wave of strikes on south Lebanon, hitting a key bridge, as an Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson warned of 'weeks of fighting' against Iran and Hezbollah, with Israel vowing to escalate operations against Hezbollah.
Israel's defense minister announced that the army intends to destroy more bridges in south Lebanon, signaling an escalation of military actions in the region.
Israeli strikes have killed three Lebanese soldiers and wounded four others in south Lebanon, further escalating tensions and casualties along the border.
Israel has expanded its military operation against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, aiming to degrade its rocket, drone, and missile capabilities, with France, Germany, Canada, Italy, and the UK warning against a large-scale ground offensive due to devastating humanitarian consequences and over a million people displaced.
Germany has voiced serious concern over Israel’s attacks on Lebanon and urged it not to widen its ground offensive, as cross-border clashes intensify. This comes as Israel continues 'limited and targeted' ground operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, aiming to ensure the safe return of displaced Lebanese.
The IDF warned that Hezbollah was making military use of ambulances and medical facilities, accusing the terror group of exploiting protected civilian infrastructure for operational purposes.
Israeli forces carried out targeted night operations in South Lebanon, dismantling Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure and command centers. The IDF stated these strikes were aimed at protecting residents of northern Israel.
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Israel and the US have bombarded Iran and…
With war spreading rapidly across much of the Middle East over the past week, global attention has focused largely on Iran and the Arabian Gulf, RTÉ Clarity looks at what's been happening near the Irish UNIFIL zone.
An IDF spokesman issued a warning for residents north of the Litani River in South Lebanon to evacuate for their safety, indicating impending major military action in the area where Irish troops are based.
The Israeli army has called on civilians in southern Lebanon to evacuate their homes as it advances on multiple positions in the area, leading to over 65,000 displaced persons.
Reza Khazaei served as the right-hand man to IRGC's Lebanon Corps Commander Daoud Ali Zadeh, and was considered a "key actor" in the buildup of Hezbollah's missile capabilities.
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