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Israel-Hezbollah Conflict
Ongoing military operations between Israeli forces and Hezbollah, including airstrikes, ground operations, and territorial occupation in southern Lebanon, with diplomatic efforts ongoing.
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2026-08-09 to 2026-11-06 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 13 Apr, 06:36 UTC
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Hezbollah escalated regional conflict in March in solidarity with Iran
Hezbollah drew Lebanon into the regional war in March as a show of solidarity with Iran, escalating the conflict.
Israeli military detonates Hezbollah underground fortifications in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military detonated underground fortifications in the Ali Taher ridge in southern Lebanon on September 10. The explosion was so powerful it registered as a 4.1 magnitude seismic event, detected by the USGS. Israeli officials stated the destroyed infrastructure was a strategic terrorist facility built over two decades with Iranian funding and planning, containing a command center for Hezbollah's Badr unit, weapons storage, living quarters, eight underground roads, dozens of explosive drones, and hundreds of mines.
Hezbollah refused Lebanese army control of Ali Taher ridge during US-mediated negotiations
During negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, the United States proposed that the Lebanese army take control of the Ali Taher ridge. The Hezbollah organization rejected this proposal.
Israeli forces occupy southern Lebanon security zone
Israeli troops occupy a portion of southern Lebanon where Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated the goal is to establish a security zone to prevent attacks against northern Israel. The occupation includes the Ali Taher ridge, located north of the Litani River at the edge of Israeli-controlled territory in southern Lebanon.
Iran-US agreement in June reduced regional violence intensity
An agreement between Iran and the United States in June led to reduced intensity of violence involving Hezbollah in Lebanon, occurring alongside a separate agreement between Lebanon and Israel.
Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon remains fragile amid continued strikes
A ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, established following a US-Iran accord and a framework agreement in June, remains in effect but has been violated by sporadic Israeli airstrikes. Four people were killed in strikes on Friday and seven on Sunday before the Monday airstrike.
New ceasefire talks scheduled between Lebanon and Israel
Additional negotiations between Lebanese and Israeli officials are expected to occur later in September, though no specific date has been announced.
Lebanese President calls for international intervention to halt Israeli strikes
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun urged Washington and the international community to halt Israeli attacks, denouncing what he characterized as a dangerous escalation of military actions in southern Lebanon.
Cumulative death toll from Israel-Hezbollah conflict exceeds 4,300
Since Hezbollah began attacks against Israel in March in support of Iran, Israeli military operations in Lebanon have resulted in more than 4,300 deaths according to Lebanese authorities.
Israeli military claims control of Ali Taher ridge in Lebanon
Israeli military announced it took control of Ali Taher mountain ridge, a strategic Hezbollah position. The military claimed Hezbollah had dug an underground tunnel network beneath this position overlooking Nabatiyé.
Israeli airstrike kills 11 people in southern Lebanese village
Israeli airstrikes conducted overnight killed 11 people in the village of Kfar Remmane in southern Lebanon, including two infants. Nine people were killed when a three-story residential building was destroyed, and two rescue workers were killed when their vehicle was targeted in the same location.
Hezbollah launches drone attack against Israeli forces
Hezbollah fired a drone at Israeli forces, resulting in no casualties according to Israeli military. The Israeli military subsequently targeted a Hezbollah facility in response.
Lebanese villages experience renewed displacement due to Israeli airstrikes
Residents of Kfar Remmane, who had returned to their homes during the June ceasefire after previous displacement from Israel-Hezbollah conflict, fled again following the overnight airstrikes. Multiple neighboring buildings were also damaged.
Israeli military maintains occupation of southern Lebanese border zone
Israeli military occupies a border strip approximately 10 kilometers wide in southern Lebanon, continuing sporadic airstrikes despite a ceasefire agreement framework between Lebanon and Israel.
Israeli airstrike in Deir Zahrani targets Hezbollah facility
Israeli military issued a warning in Arabic via Telegram before striking a Hezbollah facility in the village of Deir Zahrani, ordering evacuation. The airstrike destroyed the building approximately 22 minutes after the warning.
Iranian President Pezeshkian defends memorandum as path out of stalled war
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian defended the recent memorandum of understanding as the best way for Iran to move beyond a situation of 'neither war nor peace.' He stated that members of Iran's Supreme National Security Council believed the memorandum represented the best possible agreement based on dignity, wisdom, and national interest, and emphasized there was no capitulation in the agreement.
Pakistan's army chief to visit Tehran for mediation efforts
Pakistani Field Marshal Asim Munir led an official delegation traveling to Tehran on Monday to strengthen bilateral cooperation between Iran and Pakistan and continue Pakistan's work to promote peace and security in the region. The visit came after a phone call between Munir and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, and regional officials indicated it was part of Islamabad's ongoing efforts to de-escalate tensions between the United States and Iran.
West Bank violence escalates with 87 Palestinians killed in 2026
Violence has escalated in the West Bank, with at least 87 Palestinians killed in almost 1,500 attacks by Israeli settlers and soldiers during 2026, according to Palestinian officials. Three Israelis have been killed by Palestinians in 2026.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council chief threatens retaliation for economic sanctions
Mohsen Rezaei, newly appointed head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, threatened that Iran would retaliate 'in a seismic manner' if neighboring countries join U.S. efforts to impose economic sanctions on Iran. Rezaei warned that Iran would target oil-shipping routes out of the Persian Gulf as alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz if neighbors participate in what he described as economic war against Iran.
Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds fragile ceasefire with continued violations
A fragile ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war took hold in October following the October 7, 2023 attack. While the heaviest fighting has subsided, Israeli forces have carried out repeated airstrikes, killing more than 1,280 Palestinians according to health officials in Gaza. Militants have carried out shooting attacks on troops. Five Israeli soldiers have been killed since the ceasefire began.
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Ceasefire violations mount as deaths surge in Gaza territory
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Israel and Lebanon schedule direct talks as diplomatic progress accelerates
Israel-Lebanon direct talks scheduled for May amid ongoing diplomatic engagement.
Ceasefire holds as trapped vessels await Hormuz maritime recovery
Ceasefire holds with 1,500 trapped vessels awaiting Hormuz recovery implementation.
Trump demands rapid Iran peace deal as Pakistan mediates talks
Trump pressures Iran for rapid peace deal as Pakistan mediates renewed talks with optimistic diplomatic signals.
US, Iran exchange fire in Hormuz as ceasefire holds
Iran and US exchange military fire in Hormuz; ceasefire holds despite incident.
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India's 24.6 percent fertilizer production drop amid regional crisis threatens global agricultural supply chains.
Russia and Iran agree on free Strait of Hormuz passage
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