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Latest verified updates on Lebanon, Hezbollah, Israel–Lebanon escalation, southern border fighting, displacement, state authority, and ceasefire diplomacy.

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KEY ACTORS
Hezbollah—Lebanese Shia political party and militant organization backed by Iran
Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF)—National military of Lebanon
UNIFIL—United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon — monitoring the Blue Line border area
Israel Defense Forces (IDF)—Conducting cross-border operations and airstrikes in southern Lebanon
ACTIVE FRONTS & FLASHPOINTS
South Lebanon border zoneNabatiehBaalbek–HermelDahieh (southern Beirut)Litani River area
KEY STATISTICS
DISPLACEDOver 1 million displaced during the 2024 Israeli operations (Lebanese government estimates)
ESCALATIONOctober 2023 — Cross-border exchanges escalate following the Gaza conflict
Context reviewed 2025-04-01GLOSSARY →
LATEST INTELLIGENCE819 verified articles
Displaced Lebanese return as Israeli shelling violates ceasefire in south
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aljazeera.com
center171d ago

Displaced Lebanese return as Israeli shelling violates ceasefire in south

Tens of thousands of displaced Lebanese are returning to their homes in southern Lebanon despite ongoing Israeli shelling and demolitions. This comes as a fragile ceasefire is in effect, with reports of Israeli bulldozers continuing operations and artillery shelling several areas.

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Hezbollah denies involvement in deadly attack on UN peacekeepers
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Middle East Eye
center171d ago

Hezbollah denies involvement in deadly attack on UN peacekeepers

Hezbollah denied responsibility for a deadly attack on UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon on Saturday, following accusations from France. The group stated that investigations by the Lebanese army are needed to determine the circumstances of the incident, which resulted in one peacekeeper's death and three injuries.

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UN peacekeeper killed and three wounded in south Lebanon shooting
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Middle East Eye
center171d ago

UN peacekeeper killed and three wounded in south Lebanon shooting

A United Nations peacekeeper was killed and three others wounded after a Unifil patrol came under small-arms fire while clearing explosive ordnance along a road in the southern Lebanese village of Ghandouriyeh, the peacekeeping mission said on Saturday. Two of the wounded peacekeepers were seriously injured, it said.

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US extends waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil – as it happened
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The Guardian Middle East
left171d ago

US extends waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil – as it happened

The US Treasury Department issued a waiver allowing countries to purchase sanctioned Russian oil at sea for approximately one month, aiming to stabilize global energy prices. This extension of a previous waiver, which expired on April 11th, permits purchases until May 16th.

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Aoun says working on permanent agreement after Israel ceasefire
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naharnet.com
center172d ago

Aoun says working on permanent agreement after Israel ceasefire

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated on Friday that Lebanon is entering a new phase focused on establishing permanent agreements following the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire. He emphasized that these negotiations aim to secure Lebanese rights, land unity, and sovereignty, asserting Lebanon's independence from external conflicts.

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Unicef says Lebanon ceasefire ‘must hold’
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

Unicef says Lebanon ceasefire ‘must hold’

UNICEF has welcomed a ceasefire in Lebanon after 46 days of conflict, emphasizing that it must hold to protect children. The agency reported that during this period, at least 172 children were killed, 661 injured, and over 415,000 displaced.

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Netanyahu says Israel has not yet finished the job against Hezbollah
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naharnet.com
center172d ago

Netanyahu says Israel has not yet finished the job against Hezbollah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Friday that Israel has not completed its objectives against Hezbollah, despite a ceasefire. He vowed to continue efforts to dismantle the militant group and address ongoing rocket and drone threats.

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Lebanon president says country no longer 'arena for anyone's wars'
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

Lebanon president says country no longer 'arena for anyone's wars'

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun declared on Friday that Lebanon is no longer an "arena for anyone's wars" following the implementation of a ceasefire. He stated that the country has reclaimed its decision-making power and will no longer be a pawn in regional conflicts, asserting that no agreement will compromise national rights or sovereignty.

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Lebanese prime minister vows full control of Beirut, restricting arms to state forces
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

Lebanese prime minister vows full control of Beirut, restricting arms to state forces

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced his government's intention to assert full control over the Beirut Governorate, restricting arms exclusively to state forces. This measure, confirmed to Beirut's parliamentary representatives, aims to safeguard citizens' safety, security, and property.

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Tens of thousands return to south Lebanon after ceasefire, defying Israeli warnings
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

Tens of thousands return to south Lebanon after ceasefire, defying Israeli warnings

Tens of thousands of displaced Lebanese began returning to southern Lebanon on Friday, defying Israeli warnings that their forces remained positioned in the area. This return occurred after a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon took effect at midnight, following a six-week Israeli bombing campaign and ground invasion.

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Donald Trump claims to have ended a 10th war – but will the Lebanon ceasefire hold?
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The Guardian Middle East
left172d ago

Donald Trump claims to have ended a 10th war – but will the Lebanon ceasefire hold?

A ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, brokered by the US, has temporarily halted fighting but fundamental issues remain unresolved. Direct negotiations between the two nations are underway to achieve lasting peace, though the status of Hezbollah's arms and Israeli troop withdrawal are significant obstacles.

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What we know about the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
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BBC Middle East
center172d ago

What we know about the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

US President Donald Trump announced a 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, effective April 16, to facilitate negotiations for a permanent peace agreement. The terms require Lebanon to prevent attacks by Hezbollah and other groups while Israel retains self-defense rights.

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Lebanon seeks peace, but Hezbollah needs to be convinced first
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BBC Middle East
center172d ago

Lebanon seeks peace, but Hezbollah needs to be convinced first

Lebanon is entering negotiations with Israel for a ceasefire, but the Lebanese government has limited leverage due to Hezbollah's refusal to disarm. Hezbollah, backed by Iran, views its weapons as essential for national defense and its identity, making disarmament a deeply contentious issue within Lebanon.

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Tens of thousands return to south Lebanon after ceasefire, defying Israeli warnings
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

Tens of thousands return to south Lebanon after ceasefire, defying Israeli warnings

Tens of thousands of displaced Lebanese began returning to southern Lebanon on Friday, defying Israeli warnings that their forces remained positioned in the area. This return occurred after a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon took effect at midnight, following Israel's six-week bombing campaign and ground invasion.

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Tens of thousands return to south Lebanon after ceasefire, defying Israeli warnings
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

Tens of thousands return to south Lebanon after ceasefire, defying Israeli warnings

Tens of thousands of displaced Lebanese returned to southern Lebanon on Friday, defying Israeli warnings after a ceasefire took effect. This return occurred despite Israeli military presence and warnings from Lebanese authorities, following a six-week Israeli military campaign.

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Lebanese return to devastated south as fragile 10-day truce takes hold
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Al Jazeera
center172d ago

Lebanese return to devastated south as fragile 10-day truce takes hold

Displaced Lebanese are returning to southern Lebanon following a 10-day truce with Israel, despite warnings from Hezbollah and the Lebanese army about potential violations. The ceasefire, which began Friday, aims to de-escalate the conflict that has caused widespread destruction and displacement.

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Ten - day ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanon takes effect
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naharnet.com
center172d ago

Ten - day ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanon takes effect

A ten-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel took effect Friday, brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump, who is also attempting to arrange a direct meeting between their leaders. This truce, part of broader U.S. efforts to end the war with Iran, follows weeks of conflict that began in late February.

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Ten - day ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanon takes effect
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naharnet.com
center172d ago

Ten - day ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanon takes effect

Ten - day ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanon takes effect

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Celebrations in Lebanon as 10-day ceasefire with Israel begins
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Al Jazeera
center172d ago

Celebrations in Lebanon as 10-day ceasefire with Israel begins

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, brokered by the US and including Hezbollah, has begun with celebrations in Beirut. The Lebanese military reported Israeli violations shortly after the truce took effect, though Israel has not yet commented.

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Gunfire reported in Beirut as truce comes into effect – as it happened
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The Guardian Middle East
left172d ago

Gunfire reported in Beirut as truce comes into effect – as it happened

This blog is now closed. Our live coverage continues hereIran has stopped all petrochemical exports to prioritise domestic supply and prevent shortages of raw materials, Reuters reported.

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