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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
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LATEST INTELLIGENCE819 verified articles
Salam says greatest help to Israel was provided by Hezbollah
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naharnet.com
center60d ago

Salam says greatest help to Israel was provided by Hezbollah

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated on X that Hezbollah, by unilaterally engaging in "futile wars" and tying Lebanon to foreign axes, provided the greatest help to Israel. This statement followed Hezbollah's Deputy Secretary-General Naim Qassem accusing Lebanese authorities of helping Israel by pursuing direct talks and not rejecting negotiations that grant Israel political gains.

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Why Syria will not join the fight against Hezbollah in Lebanon
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Middle East Eye
center60d ago

Why Syria will not join the fight against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem stated on Tuesday that talks with the Syrian leadership are possible, a move that follows US President Donald Trump's suggestion of Syrian involvement in disarming Hezbollah. Despite US envoy Tom Barrack's previous statements and Trump's recent remarks, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has denied intentions of military intervention against Hezbollah, citing domestic stability risks and potential amplification of sectarian narratives.

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The resurrection of Hezbollah
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Middle East Eye
center60d ago

The resurrection of Hezbollah

In late September 2024, Hezbollah faced disarray after Israeli bombings killed senior leaders including Hassan Nasrallah and compromised communications, forcing commanders to meet in person across Beirut's southern suburbs to plan a fightback. This event marked the beginning of the movement's resuscitation and a strategic shift following perceived mistakes in its October 2023 attack on Israel.

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Beirut port blast anniversary overshadowed by new wave of destruction
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Al Jazeera
center61d ago

Beirut port blast anniversary overshadowed by new wave of destruction

On August 4, families commemorated the Beirut port blast anniversary amidst ongoing destruction in southern Lebanon caused by Israeli attacks on towns like Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh. The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, escalating since October 2023, has left numerous villages in ruins, with reconstruction efforts hampered by ongoing hostilities and a lack of international aid, while some areas remain inaccessible due to Israeli military occupation.

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Lebanese military delegation to take part in Rome talks with Israel
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cdn.naharnet.com
center63d ago

Lebanese military delegation to take part in Rome talks with Israel

A Lebanese military delegation will participate in upcoming talks in Rome with Israel, carrying documents to secure a commitment to withdrawal from occupied territories, according to al-Akhbar newspaper. The delegation is proceeding with caution, relying on U.S. CENTCOM support to expedite pilot zones amid Israeli statements suggesting a multi-year withdrawal process.

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Berri : Framework agreement was born dead and Israel has buried it
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cdn.naharnet.com
center63d ago

Berri : Framework agreement was born dead and Israel has buried it

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri stated that the framework agreement for de-escalation was "born dead" and that Israel has "buried it" by failing to implement its terms. Berri claimed Israel has no intention of withdrawing from Lebanon before its elections, suggesting this non-compliance prevents the agreement's implementation.

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Israel says killed several Hezbollah fighters in south Lebanon
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cdn.naharnet.com
center63d ago

Israel says killed several Hezbollah fighters in south Lebanon

The Israeli military stated it killed several Hezbollah fighters overnight within a designated "security zone" in southern Lebanon, reporting one Israeli soldier was moderately injured. This incident occurs despite a U.S.-sponsored ceasefire framework aimed at disarming Hezbollah and withdrawing Israeli forces, a deal Hezbollah has rejected.

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Sde Teiman walkout lays bare an Israeli military running out of trust
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aljazeera.com
center64d ago

Sde Teiman walkout lays bare an Israeli military running out of trust

On July 30, approximately 100 soldiers from the Givati Brigade's Tzabar Battalion at Sde Teiman base walked out without permission after their commander destroyed decorative plaques, chanting against officers and rendering the battalion temporarily unfit for Gaza rotation. This incident highlights a potential shift in Israeli military discipline, where soldiers' trust in commanders may be eroding due to prolonged conflict and perceived lack of recognition for their sacrifices.

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Iran warns against flames of war amid US strike threats on energy sites | US - Israel war on Iran News
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aljazeera.com
center64d ago

Iran warns against flames of war amid US strike threats on energy sites | US - Israel war on Iran News

Iran's Major General Ali Abdollahi warned on Saturday against "flames of war" amid reports of potential imminent US-Israeli strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure, promising retaliation. The warning comes as US media cite unnamed sources suggesting President Trump has yet to authorize an operation that could disrupt power across Iran, while Iran's Tasnim news agency claims armed forces have prepared a retaliation plan.

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Salman Rushdie attacker convicted of terror offences
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BBC US & Canada
center67d ago

Salman Rushdie attacker convicted of terror offences

A US man, Hadi Matar, was convicted in a New York federal court on Wednesday of providing material support to Hezbollah and engaging in transnational terrorism for the 2022 attempted murder of author Salman Rushdie. Prosecutors argued Matar was motivated by a 1989 fatwa and a 2006 Hezbollah speech, while the defense contended the attack was not terrorism-related. Matar is already serving a 25-year sentence for attempted murder and faces a potential life sentence on the federal charges.

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German govt vows to toughen laws after jihadist attack on Pride event
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naharnet.com
center68d ago

German govt vows to toughen laws after jihadist attack on Pride event

A jihadist militant identified as Abdul Rahman Ballout, 21, killed one woman and wounded 29 others near Berlin's Pride parade on Saturday before being shot dead by police on Sunday. German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt pledged to toughen security laws, including increased use of electronic ankle monitors and preventive detention for security threats, following widespread concerns about why Ballout was not under surveillance despite previous convictions and an attempt to join the Islamic State group.

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A dog saved Houssein Hamze from a bomb. When war returned, he stayed to care for Lebanon’s animals
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The Guardian Middle East
left68d ago

A dog saved Houssein Hamze from a bomb. When war returned, he stayed to care for Lebanon’s animals

Houssein Hamze, a 57-year-old resident of Zefta, south Lebanon, founded the Mashala animal shelter after a dog saved him from a 2006 bomb blast. During the recent conflict, Hamze remained in his village to care for abandoned animals, making daily rounds to distribute food and water despite the risk of Israeli airstrikes and drone attacks.

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Aoun : My meeting with Trump was fruitful , time has come to end war
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naharnet.com
center72d ago

Aoun : My meeting with Trump was fruitful , time has come to end war

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, stating the meeting was fruitful and that it is time to end the war. Aoun also called on the EU to support the implementation of a framework agreement with Israel, despite ongoing Israeli attacks since October 2023.

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‘I lost my home twice’: Sudanese mothers caught between two wars
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Al Jazeera
center72d ago

‘I lost my home twice’: Sudanese mothers caught between two wars

Sudanese mothers who fled one war now face another, struggling to rebuild their lives after displacement in Lebanon.

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Israel carries out blasts across south Lebanon despite ‘ceasefire’ deal
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Al Jazeera
center72d ago

Israel carries out blasts across south Lebanon despite ‘ceasefire’ deal

Israel carried out blasts in the south Lebanese towns of al-Mansouri and Majdal Zoun on Friday, despite an ongoing US-brokered ceasefire framework and talks aimed at ending hostilities. These demolitions, which have become routine, occur as Israel occupies nearly a fifth of Lebanese territory and aims to create a security zone, while Hezbollah rejects the ceasefire deal.

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Japanese militant who took part in a 1972 Tel Aviv airport attack , dies in Beirut
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naharnet.com
center72d ago

Japanese militant who took part in a 1972 Tel Aviv airport attack , dies in Beirut

Kozo Okamoto, a Japanese militant involved in the 1972 Tel Aviv airport attack, died in Beirut at age 78, according to the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP). Okamoto, who had been ill, was protected by the PFLP after being released from Israeli prison in a 1985 prisoner exchange and later granted political asylum in Lebanon.

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Trump push for Syrian intervention against Hezbollah ‘short-sighted’
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Al Jazeera
center74d ago

Trump push for Syrian intervention against Hezbollah ‘short-sighted’

Analysts say US president's pressure on Damascus to intervene in Lebanon could undermine domestic security.

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Aoun says disarming Hezbollah has requirements to fulfill
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naharnet.com
center74d ago

Aoun says disarming Hezbollah has requirements to fulfill

Aoun says disarming Hezbollah has requirements to fulfill

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Rubio says Syria must tackle internal challenges , not fight Hezbollah
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naharnet.com
center74d ago

Rubio says Syria must tackle internal challenges , not fight Hezbollah

Rubio says Syria must tackle internal challenges , not fight Hezbollah

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Hajj Hassan in first Hezbollah comment on Aoun - Trump talks
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naharnet.com
center74d ago

Hajj Hassan in first Hezbollah comment on Aoun - Trump talks

Hajj Hassan in first Hezbollah comment on Aoun - Trump talks

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