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Rescue teams still prevented from accessing bombed site in Majdal Selm

The Lebanese Red Cross and Civil Defense have so far not obtained authorization from the “mechanism” to enter a site in Majdal Selm targeted by an Israeli strike in order to recover victims’ bodies and search for missing persons, despite repeated calls for a humanitarian corridor allowing rescuers to carry out their mission.

According to local reports, the Israeli army prevented rescue teams from recovering bodies and evacuating the wounded from the locality.

Death toll rises in Israeli strike on Sayr al-Gharbiyeh: Five dead, including a child

The death toll from the earlier Israeli strike on Sayr al-Gharbiyeh has risen to five dead, including a young boy, and five wounded.

The raid targeted “a three-story building housing three families,” the town’s municipal head, Saadallah Maitouk, told our correspondent.

Search operations are ongoing to locate seven other people still missing beneath the rubble.

Donald Trump tells Axios he is “50/50” between reaching a deal with Iran and resuming military strikes

Donald Trump told Axios that the chances of reaching an agreement with Iran or resorting to military action are “50/50.”

He said he would meet Saturday with his negotiators to review Iran’s latest proposal and would likely decide by Sunday whether to resume the conflict.

According to Trump, there is a “solid 50/50 chance” between securing a “good deal” or pursuing an “extremely strong” military strike option, Axios journalist Barak Ravid reported.

The U.S. president is expected to discuss the situation with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, while Vice President J.D. Vance is also expected to take part in the consultations.

Pakistani Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, acting as mediator between the parties, left Tehran after meetings with Iranian officials without a final agreement, but with what were described as “encouraging progress toward a framework agreement.”

The draft memorandum of understanding under discussion reportedly provides for an end to the conflict and the opening of more detailed negotiations over a 30-day period, although major disagreements remain, particularly over uranium enrichment and the management of Iran’s nuclear stockpile.

Death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon rises to 3,123 dead and 9,506 wounded

The Health Ministry announced that the cumulative toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon between March 2 and May 23 has risen to 3,123 dead and 9,506 wounded.

Over the past 24 hours, 12 people were killed and 74 others wounded.

Death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon rises to 3,123 dead and 9,506 wounded

The Health Ministry announced that the cumulative toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon between March 2 and May 23 has risen to 3,123 dead and 9,506 wounded.

Over the past 24 hours, 12 people were killed and 74 others wounded.

Health Ministry says 25 injured at Hiram Hospital due to Israeli strikes

The Health Ministry announced that 25 medical, nursing and administrative staff members at Hiram Hospital in the Sour district were injured to varying degrees following Israeli strikes in the hospital’s immediate vicinity, causing major damage to the facility.

This is “the second time in less than two months” that the hospital has been exposed to repeated Israeli strikes, which the statement described as “further evidence of Israel’s violation of international humanitarian law, which provides protection for health facilities.”

The ministry deplored Israel’s “disregard” for all relevant resolutions, notably the latest resolution adopted by the World Health Organization’s General Assembly affirming protection for Lebanon’s health sector.

The ministry also praised “the staff of Hiram Hospital who remain mobilized to carry out their duties despite the risks, as well as their colleagues on the front lines who refuse to abandon their posts in order to continue their humanitarian mission and provide emergency, health and medical services to those in need.”

Rodolph Haykal receives UNIFIL chief in Yarzeh

Lebanese Army commander Rodolphe Haykal received the head and commander of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), Diodato Abagnara, in Yarzeh.

The discussions focused on the general situation and developments in Lebanon and the region, as well as the post-UNIFIL phase.

Hezbollah says it targeted Israeli army vehicle in Bint Jbeil and two Iron Dome platforms

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for two attacks targeting an Israeli army vehicle in the Bint Jbeil district using an attack drone, saying it had hit its target.

The group also said it targeted two Iron Dome missile defense platforms in Hounine, opposite the border village of Markaba, using two “Ababil” drones, claiming to have carried out “direct strikes.”

Tehran promises to “link any agreement with the U.S. to a cease-fire in Lebanon”

Iran said Saturday that in its latest proposal presented through Pakistani mediation, it had demanded “that any agreement reached with the United States be linked to a cease-fire in Lebanon.”

This insistence was expressed in a letter sent by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem and immediately relayed by the party.

“The Islamic Republic will not abandon support for movements demanding rights and freedom, foremost among them the resistant and victorious Hezbollah. This is our commitment to our martyred imam, Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei,” the text stated.

Iran says it is in the “final phase” of drafting a framework for an agreement with the United States

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said Tehran was in the final stages of drafting a framework aimed at ending the war with the United States, AFP reported.

“Within a reasonable period of 30 to 60 days, the details of these points will be discussed and a final agreement will ultimately be concluded. We are currently finalizing these memorandums of understanding,” he told state broadcaster IRIB.

Iran says lifting of U.S. naval blockade is part of framework for negotiations with the United States

Iran said the lifting of the U.S. naval blockade is part of the framework of negotiations with the United States, Reuters reported.

Seven-year-old boy killed in Israeli strike on house sheltering four families in Sayr al-Gharbiyeh

Israeli warplanes bombed a house in Sayr al-Gharbiyeh, in the Nabatieh district, killing a seven-year-old boy and wounding several people among the four families who were inside the targeted home.

A Palestinian mother and her two children from the Fares family were also killed in the Israeli strike targeting the Baqbouq area in the Sour district.

Additional successive Israeli raids also targeted Jibchit in the Nabatieh district, while Kfour and Harouf were also struck.

Iran reports “growing convergence” toward agreement with the United States

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said there was a “trend toward convergence” with the United States in talks aimed at bringing a lasting end to the war in the Middle East, AFP reported.

“After several weeks of bilateral talks, a trend toward convergence can be observed,” he told state television IRIB.

Iran focused on finalizing memorandum of understanding with the United States

The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry said that, at this stage, Iran is focused on finalizing a memorandum of understanding with the United States, Reuters reported.

Ghazi Zeaiter: “We will not back down” in face of U.S. sanctions

Two days after the United States announced sanctions against eight Lebanese figures, including two Amal members, Amal MP Ghazi Zeaiter said Saturday that “we will not back down” and “we will not look back, regardless of the storms and empty rhetoric,” whether coming “from within or abroad.”

Iran focused on finalizing memorandum of understanding with the United States

The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry said that, at this stage, Iran is focused on finalizing a memorandum of understanding with the United States, Reuters reported.

Rubio says there is “a chance” Iran could accept a deal as early as Saturday

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said there was “a chance” Iran could accept an agreement aimed at ending the war as early as Saturday, AFP reported.

“It is possible that later today, tomorrow or within a few days, we will have information to share,” Rubio told reporters in New Delhi, adding that he hoped to have “good news.”

Israeli army issues evacuation order for several villages in southern Lebanon

The Israeli army ordered the evacuation of several villages in the Jezzine district in southern Lebanon, notably Mahmoudieh, Mlikh, Chbeil and Qatrani, as well as Houmine al-Fawqa in the Nabatieh district.

This is the first time residents of Chbeil have been targeted by an evacuation warning.

“For your safety, you must evacuate your homes immediately and move at least 1,000 meters away from the villages and towns toward open areas,” Israeli army Arabic-language spokesperson Avichay Adraee wrote on X, adding that anyone near Hezbollah members, facilities or combat equipment “is putting their life in danger.”

Lebanese soldier wounded following Israeli strike in Nabatieh

The Lebanese Army announced that one of its soldiers was moderately wounded following an Israeli strike targeting an army barracks in Nabatieh, South Lebanon.

Iranian negotiator promises “devastating” response if Trump resumes war

Iran’s chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, promised a “devastating” response if the United States resumed its war against Iran, saying the country had rebuilt its armed forces during the cease-fire with the United States, AFP reported.

He made the remarks following a meeting with Pakistani army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, who traveled to Tehran as part of Islamabad’s mediation efforts aimed at securing a lasting end to the war in the Middle East.

“Our armed forces rebuilt themselves during the cease-fire period in such a way that if Trump commits another foolish act and restarts the war, the consequences for the United States will certainly be far more devastating and bitter than on the first day of the war,” Ghalibaf, who is also Iran’s Parliament speaker, wrote on social media.

Amal movement member killed in Israeli strike on Ain Baal

Israeli warplanes continued their raids in the South, notably targeting the center of Blat in the Marjayoun district, as well as Deir Kifa in the Sour district.

Meanwhile, the person killed in the earlier Israeli strike on the road linking Ain Baal and Hoch in the Sour district was identified as Mohammad Ali Ahmad, a member of the Amal movement.

Finally, a drone believed to have been shot down by Hezbollah was found in Mayfadoun (Nabatieh district).

Lebanese soldier wounded following Israeli strike in Nabatieh

The Lebanese Army announced that one of its soldiers was moderately wounded following an Israeli strike targeting an army barracks in Nabatieh, southern Lebanon.

Iranian negotiator promises “devastating” response if Trump resumes war

Iran’s chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, promised a “devastating” response if the United States resumed its war against Iran, saying the country had rebuilt its armed forces during the cease-fire with the United States, AFP reported.

He made the remarks following a meeting with Pakistani army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, who traveled to Tehran as part of Islamabad’s mediation efforts aimed at securing a lasting end to the war in the Middle East.

“Our armed forces rebuilt themselves during the cease-fire period in such a way that if Trump commits another foolish act and restarts the war, the consequences for the United States will certainly be far more devastating and bitter than on the first day of the war,” Ghalibaf, who is also Iran’s Parliament speaker, wrote on social media.

Amal movement member killed in Israeli strike on Ain Baal

Israeli warplanes continued their strikes in the South, notably targeting the center of Blat in the Marjayoun district, as well as Deir Kifa in the Sour district.

Meanwhile, the person killed in the earlier Israeli strike on the road linking Ain Baal and Hoch in the Sour district was identified as Mohammad Ali Ahmad, a member of the Amal movement.

Finally, a drone believed to have been shot down by Hezbollah was found in Mayfadoun (Nabatieh district).

Israeli minister Ben Gvir banned from entering French territory

France has banned far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from entering its territory, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced.

“Effective today, Itamar Ben Gvir is banned from entering French territory. This decision follows his unacceptable actions toward French and European citizens who were passengers on the Global Sumud flotilla,” Barrot wrote on X, calling on the European Union to impose sanctions on the Israeli minister, following the example set by his Italian counterpart.

While France says it “disapproves of the flotilla initiative, which has no useful effect and places additional strain on diplomatic and consular services,” the foreign minister stressed that France “will not tolerate French nationals being threatened, intimidated or subjected to violence, especially by a public official.”

“I note that these actions have been condemned by a large number of Israeli government and political officials,” Jean-Noël Barrot added, saying they “follow a long list of shocking statements and actions, incitement to hatred and violence against Palestinians.”

Israeli army says it arrested five Israeli civilians who crossed into Lebanon

The Israeli army said it arrested five Israeli civilians who had “crossed the border a few meters into Lebanese territory,” according to a statement.

The civilians were later handed over to police, the statement said, adding that “the Israeli army strongly condemns this incident and stresses its severity, as it constitutes a criminal offense endangering both civilians and Israeli army soldiers.”

Israeli army says it arrested five Israeli civilians who crossed into Lebanon

The Israeli army said it arrested five Israeli civilians who had “crossed the border a few meters into Lebanese territory,” according to a statement.

The civilians were later handed over to police, the statement said, adding that “the Israeli army strongly condemns this incident and stresses its severity, as it constitutes a criminal offense endangering both civilians and Israeli army soldiers.”

Situation in southern Lebanon

Israeli strikes targeted Zebqine and Burj Rahal (Sour district), as well as a car on the Qasmiyeh bridge (Sour district), according to our correspondent in the region.

The bodies of a father, Hussam Fares, and his son Amine were recovered from the rubble following the strike on Baqbouq (Sour district). Searches are ongoing for the bodies of the mother and daughter.

One person was killed in the strike on Habbouch.

Situation in southern Lebanon

Israeli strikes targeted Zebqine and Burj Rahal (Sour district), as well as a car on the Qasmiyeh bridge (Sour district), according to our correspondent in the region.

The bodies of a father, Hussam Fares, and his son Amine were recovered from the rubble following the strike on Baqbouq (Sour district). Searches are ongoing for the bodies of the mother and daughter.

One person was killed in the strike on Habbouch.

Israeli army issues evacuation order for several villages in South Lebanon north of the Litani

The Israeli army ordered the evacuation of several villages in southern Lebanon located north of the Litani River, notably Nabatieh Tahta, Kfar Tebnit, Zebdine, Harouf, Arabsalim, Kfar Rummaneh, Habbouch and Jibsheet — all in the Nabatieh district — as well as Blat (Marjayoun district) and Deir Kifa (Sour district).

“For your safety, you must evacuate your homes immediately and move at least 1,000 meters away from the villages and towns toward open areas,” Israeli army Arabic-language spokesperson Avichay Adraee wrote on X, adding that anyone near Hezbollah members, facilities or combat equipment was putting their life at risk.

Hezbollah claims two attacks against an Iron Dome platform

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for two attacks this morning targeting an Iron Dome platform at the Biranit military base, saying it had “hit its target.”

Situation in southern Lebanon

Israeli warplanes carried out raids on Habbouch (Nabatieh district) and the al-Hoch–Ain Baal road (Sour district).

Israeli strikes also targeted Yater (Bint Jbeil district) and Mansouri (Sour district).

False drone infiltration alert in northern Israel, Israeli army says

The sirens triggered in Kfar Giladi in northern Israel were caused by a false identification of a drone infiltration from Lebanon, the Israeli army said.

Trump met top advisers on Iran as he considers return to war, Axios reports

U.S. President Donald Trump convened yesterday morning a meeting with his top national security team regarding the war with Iran, two U.S. officials told Axios.

Trump is seriously considering launching new strikes against Iran unless there is a last-minute breakthrough in negotiations, according to sources who spoke directly with the president.

The meeting took place as Pakistani army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir traveled to Tehran in a last-minute effort to bridge gaps and prevent a return to war. A Qatari delegation also arrived in Tehran yesterday to support mediation efforts.

A U.S. official briefed on the diplomatic efforts described the negotiations as “painful,” saying draft documents were being exchanged daily without significant progress, according to Axios.

Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and other officials attended the meeting alongside Trump, sources said. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine were absent, being respectively in Europe and at the U.S. Naval Academy graduation ceremony.

During the meeting, Trump was briefed on the status of negotiations and various possible scenarios if talks fail.

Hours later, the White House announced a change to Trump’s weekend schedule. After a planned speech in New York Friday evening, he will return to Washington instead of remaining at his Bedminster golf club.

Trump also wrote on Truth Social that he would not attend Don Jr.’s wedding this weekend due to “circumstances related to government and my love for the United States of America.”

“I feel it is important for me to remain in Washington, at the White House, during this crucial period,” he wrote.

Behind the scenes, a source close to Trump and another familiar with the situation told Axios that Trump had grown increasingly frustrated with negotiations with Iran in recent days.

Trump met top advisers on Iran as he considers return to war, Axios reports

U.S. President Donald Trump convened yesterday morning a meeting with his top national security team regarding the war with Iran, two U.S. officials told Axios.

Trump is seriously considering launching new strikes against Iran unless there is a last-minute breakthrough in negotiations, according to sources who spoke directly with the president.

The meeting took place as Pakistani army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir traveled to Tehran in a last-minute effort to bridge gaps and prevent a return to war. A Qatari delegation also arrived in Tehran yesterday to support mediation efforts.

A U.S. official briefed on the diplomatic efforts described the negotiations as “painful,” saying draft documents were being exchanged daily without significant progress, according to Axios.

Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and other officials attended the meeting alongside Trump, sources said. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine were absent, being respectively in Europe and at the U.S. Naval Academy graduation ceremony.

During the meeting, Trump was briefed on the status of negotiations and various possible scenarios if talks fail.

Hours later, the White House announced a change to Trump’s weekend schedule. After a planned speech in New York Friday evening, he will return to Washington instead of remaining at his Bedminster golf club.

Trump also wrote on Truth Social that he would not attend Don Jr.’s wedding this weekend due to “circumstances related to government and my love for the United States of America.”

“I feel it is important for me to remain in Washington, at the White House, during this crucial period,” he wrote.

Behind the scenes, a source close to Trump and another familiar with the situation told Axios that Trump had grown increasingly frustrated with negotiations with Iran in recent days.

At least one dead and two injured in Israeli strike on Sour district

The Israeli army again targeted Jal al-Baher (Baqbouq) in the Sour district, killing at least one person and injuring two others, according to our correspondent in the region.

Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf meets Pakistani army chief

Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf met Pakistani army chief Syed Asim Munir, according to Iranian state media cited by Reuters.

Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf meets Pakistani army chief

Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf met Pakistani army chief Syed Asim Munir, according to Iranian state media cited by Reuters.

Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf meets Pakistani army chief

Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf met Pakistani army chief Syed Asim Munir, according to Iranian state media cited by Reuters.

Iran-U.S. negotiations: source tells Al-Arabiya Iran’s proposals so far are unacceptable to Washington

A senior Iranian source told Al-Arabiya that the proposals Iran has put forward so far are unacceptable to the United States, the Saudi television channel reported on its Instagram account.

Suspicious boat activity reported in the Gulf of Aden, UKMTO says

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency said it had received reports from various sources regarding suspicious activity in the Gulf of Aden, which links the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean.

“Several reports indicate vessels being approached by small skiff-type boats. One large skiff equipped with two outboard engines was observed carrying both ladders and weapons,” the British authority wrote on X.

“Ships transiting the area are advised to navigate with caution, follow BMP MS guidelines, and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO,” the statement added, noting that authorities are currently investigating the incidents.

Israeli strikes on the Sour and Bint Jbeil districts

An Israeli strike targeted the Baqbouq–Jal al-Baher area in the Sour district. Ambulances were dispatched to the scene, according to our correspondent.

Shelling also targeted Shaqra (Bint Jbeil district).

Jamaa Islamiya announces death of member Abada Tarek Faraj

eJamaa Islamiya announced the death of its member Abada Tarek Faraj, who was killed overnight in the Bekaa, according to our correspondent.

Israeli strikes on the Sour and Bint Jbeil districts

An Israeli strike targeted the Baqbouq–Jal al-Baher area in the Sour district. Ambulances were dispatched to the scene, according to our correspondent in the region.

Shelling also targeted Shaqra (Bint Jbeil district).

Israeli strikes on the Nabatieh district

Israeli artillery shelling targeted Yohmor al-Shaqif (Nabatieh), according to our correspondent.

An Israeli drone carried out a raid on the Baydar neighborhood in Habbouche (Nabatieh).

Iran reportedly allowed 25 ships to cross the Strait of Hormuz over the past 24 hours

Iran authorized 25 ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz over the past 24 hours, according to the navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, cited by Fars news agency and Reuters.

Explosive drone launched from Lebanon hits Israeli border community, Haaretz reports

An explosive drone launched from Lebanon struck the Rosh Hanikra area, a northern Israeli locality near the Lebanese border, opposite Ras Naqoura in Lebanon’s far southwest, according to the Israeli army cited by Haaretz.

No injuries were reported.

Later, sirens sounded in Kfar Giladi in northern Israel over a possible drone infiltration from Lebanon, according to the Israeli army, which said “the details are under review.”

Israeli army says it attacked Hezbollah “infrastructure” overnight in Sour and the Bekaa

The Israeli army said on X that it struck overnight “an underground site belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Bekaa Valley, used to manufacture weapons intended to harm civilians in the State of Israel and Israeli army forces operating in southern Lebanon.”

It also said it attacked “infrastructure” belonging to Hezbollah in the Sour area “from which the organization’s terrorists operated in order to plan and carry out terrorist attacks against Israeli army forces.”

Iran accuses the United States of sabotaging peace talks

Iran accused the United States of sabotaging negotiations to end the war through “excessive demands,” while a shift in Donald Trump’s agenda fueled speculation of renewed hostilities, AFP reported.

In a conversation with U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi complained of “contradictory positions and repeated excessive demands” from the United States, according to Tasnim and Fars agencies.

“These factors disrupt the negotiation process conducted under Pakistan’s auspices,” Araghchi said.

“Despite its deep mistrust of the United States, the Islamic Republic of Iran has engaged in this diplomatic process with a sense of responsibility and utmost seriousness, and is striving to reach a reasonable and fair outcome,” he added.

Deadly strikes continue this morning in southern Lebanon

This morning, Israeli warplanes carried out a raid targeting a house in Bazourieh (Sour district), injuring Syrian workers who were in the orchard, according to our correspondent.

The Israeli army also targeted a house in Ghandourieh (Bint Jbeil district) and another in Debbine (Marjayoun district).

Shelling also targeted Yohmor al-Shaqif (Nabatieh district) and Kafra (Bint Jbeil district).

One person was also killed in a strike on Shehabieh (Sour district).

The Israeli army also carried out demolitions using explosives in Taybeh (Marjayoun district).

Artillery shelling also targeted Zebqine (Sour district) and Qabrikha (Nabatieh district).

An Israeli drone targeted two motorcycles in Nabatieh, injuring two people.

Deadly night in southern Lebanon

After 11 p.m., Israeli bombardments targeted the localities of Mayfadoun and Shouqin, as well as the outskirts of Nabatieh al-Fawqa, the areas around Jibsheet and Harouf (Nabatieh district), and the villages of Kafra and Yater (Bint Jbeil district), according to our correspondent in the region.

After midnight, two raids targeted the building threatened earlier by the Israeli army in the city of Sour, near Hiram Hospital, causing major damage to the medical facility. Other raids targeted two buildings in Sour.

The house of Sheikh Hassan Hariri was also targeted in Deir Qanoun al-Nahr (Sour district), killing four people. The bodies of three victims were recovered and searches are ongoing for the fourth.

Yesterday, Israeli warplanes carried out strikes targeting 22 southern localities, striking buildings, homes and infrastructure and causing extensive destruction.

Drones also carried out raids targeting eight localities, while 20 localities came under heavy artillery shelling.

The Israeli army also conducted demolition operations using explosives against several houses in Khiam.

For its part, Hezbollah launched 19 attacks targeting Israeli troop gatherings in South Lebanon and northern Israel, and also attacked an Iron Dome platform in Israel.

Overnight, Hezbollah claimed responsibility for an attack Thursday at 10:30 p.m. against a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers near the Litani River, on the outskirts of Deir Serian, and at midnight against an Israeli “Heron 1” drone over the Bekaa using a surface-to-air missile, saying it had “forced it to leave the area.”

Overnight Israeli strikes on the Bekaa: At least one Jamaa Islamiya member killed

The Israeli army carried out seven strikes last night in under half an hour across the Bekaa, notably on the outskirts of Brital and Khraibeh, according to our correspondent in the region.

During the night from yesterday to today, an Israeli raid targeted the house of Tarek Faraj in the village of Rafid in the Bekaa, killing his son Abada, a member of Jamaa Islamiya, and injuring another person.

Welcome to our live coverage of this new day of cease-fire in Lebanon, strained by daily attacks from both the Israeli army and Hezbollah.

We will also follow developments in the region, particularly in Iran.