Israeli army kills motorcyclist in Yohmor, Western Bekaa; dead and wounded, including rescue workers, reported in southern Lebanon | LIVE

Israeli army says it struck around 150 Hezbollah “terrorist infrastructures” over the weekend

The Israeli army said it struck around 150 Hezbollah “terrorist infrastructures” in southern Lebanon over the weekend.

“The army struck weapons depots, command centers, launch platforms and other Hezbollah infrastructures in southern Lebanon over the weekend,” Israeli army Arabic-language spokesperson Ella Waweya wrote on X.

Civil Defense evacuates 80 people from Abba, Habbouch and Kfour

Lebanon’s Civil Defense said it evacuated 80 people, Lebanese, Syrians and Bangladeshis, from Abba, Habbouch and Kfour in southern Lebanon to the Saida area.

Series of Israeli airstrikes in the early evening

Israeli warplanes carried out a series of strikes on Wadi Mariamine in the Bint Jbeil district, from the outskirts of Yater to Zebqine. The valley is located near Hadatha, where sounds of armed clashes were reported. In the same district, a drone strike targeted Kfar Dounine, according to our correspondent.

Several airstrikes also targeted Blatt in the Marjayoun district, Zawtar al-Sharqieh, and the al-Arid neighborhood in Habbouch, in the Nabatieh district.

Israeli aircraft also bombed Tayr Debba, in the Sour district.

Death toll from Israeli attacks in Lebanon rises to 3,593 killed and 10,990 wounded since March 2

Lebanon’s Public Health Ministry said Israeli attacks in Lebanon between March 2 and June 6 killed 3,593 people and wounded 10,990 others. The toll marks an increase of 35 deaths and 120 injuries compared to the previous count released yesterday.

Hezbollah claims more attacks against Israeli forces in southern Lebanon and says it intercepted an Israeli drone

Hezbollah claimed several attacks on Saturday against Israeli positions and troops in southern Lebanon, including “a rocket barrage at 12:20 p.m. targeting vehicles and soldiers near al-Ishraq School in Bint Jbeil,” an attack using “two Ababil suicide drones at 3 p.m. against a new Israeli position in Adaisseh” in the Marjayoun district, and a “suicide drone attack at 5:20 p.m. against Israeli soldiers positioned near the Khiam detention center.”

The group said it had “inflicted confirmed casualties on the Israeli army” in the latter attack.

Hezbollah also claimed it had “intercepted an Israeli Hermes 450 [‘Zik’] drone at 5 p.m. using a surface-to-air missile in the airspace over Zahrani, forcing it to turn back.”

Drone strike kills rescue worker with al-Rissala Scouts earlier in the day

Israeli warplanes continued their strikes in South Lebanon, targeting Baraasheet, Shaqra and Qalawiyeh in the Bint Jbeil district.

The drone strike that targeted a motorcycle earlier in the day in Abbassiyeh (Sour district) killed Ali Khalil Samadi, a paramedic with the al-Rissala Scouts, the rescue organization affiliated with the Amal Movement.

Additional drone strikes targeted Hadatha (Bint Jbeil district), as well as Kfar Remmane and Deir Zahrani in the Nabatieh district, where a motorcycle was struck, killing its rider.

Meanwhile, Hezbollah claimed three new attacks, saying it targeted Israeli artillery positions with attack drones in Adaisseh for a second time at 2:50 p.m., in the vicinity of Wadi Hounine opposite Markaba at 3:20 p.m., and in Yiftah in northern Israel at 3:45 p.m.

Photojournalist killed while covering clashes in southern Lebanon

Photojournalist Ali Khalil, from Deir Kifa (Sour district), was killed while covering clashes in South Lebanon, according to preliminary information from our correspondent.

He worked with Al-Imane TV while also practicing journalism as an independent photographer.

Iran denounces ‘blatant cease-fire violation’ after new U.S. strikes

Today, Iran condemned overnight U.S. strikes targeting radar and coastal surveillance facilities in the Gulf, describing them as a “blatant violation of the cease-fire” that has been in effect with the United States since April 8, AFP reported.

The Iranian Foreign Ministry said the strikes constituted “military aggression against the national sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” condemning what it called the “hostile and provocative behavior of the American regime.”

Hezbollah claims attack on Israeli artillery position in Adaisseh

Hezbollah said it targeted a recently established Israeli artillery position in Adaisseh (Marjayoun district) at 2:30 p.m. using two attack drones.

The group also said it fired a surface-to-air missile Friday at 8:30 p.m. at an Israeli military Heron 1 drone flying over the Rihane area in the Jezzine district, claiming it forced the aircraft to turn back.

Another motorcyclist killed in drone strike in Abbassiyeh

It has been a particularly deadly day for motorcyclists in southern Lebanon.

In Abbassiyeh (Sour district), a motorcyclist died of his wounds after an Israeli drone strike targeted his vehicle, according to our correspondent.

Another drone strike targeted Deir Qanoun al-Nahr, in the same district, near the mosque's social center, lightly wounding one person. Israeli artillery also shelled Zebqine (Sour district).

At the same time, Israeli drones continued intensive overflights across South Lebanon.

Trump says Iran has only ‘21 to 22 percent’ of its missiles left

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that Iran has only “21 to 22 percent” of its missile stockpile remaining after more than three months of war in the Middle East, AFP reported.

“They have some missiles, they have some drones. I would say, percentage-wise, maybe 21, 22 percent of their missiles. That’s still a lot of missiles, but it’s not what it was when we launched our first attack,” Trump said in an excerpt aired by NBC ahead of the full interview scheduled for tomorrow.

In early May, Trump had claimed Tehran had only “18 to 19%” of its missile stockpile left. “Most of the drone factories have been destroyed, most of the launchers have been destroyed and most of the missile production sites have been destroyed,” he added yesterday.

Trump says Iran has only ‘21 to 22 percent’ of its missiles left

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that Iran has only “21 to 22 percent” of its missile stockpile remaining after more than three months of war in the Middle East, AFP reported.

“They have some missiles, they have some drones. I would say, percentage-wise, maybe 21, 22 percent of their missiles. That’s still a lot of missiles, but it’s not what it was when we launched our first attack,” Trump said in an excerpt aired by NBC ahead of the full interview scheduled for tomorrow.

In early May, Trump had claimed Tehran had only “18 to 19%” of its missile stockpile left. “Most of the drone factories have been destroyed, most of the launchers have been destroyed and most of the missile production sites have been destroyed,” he added yesterday.

Drone strike kills one person in Yohmor

An Israeli drone strike targeting a motorcycle in Yohmor, in the Western Bekaa, killed one person, according to our correspondent in the region.

Israeli drone strike kills motorcyclist in Jouwaya

The Israeli army carried out a drone strike on a motorcycle in Jouaya (Sour district), killing its rider, according to our correspondent in southern Lebanon.

Israeli warplanes also continued bombing South Lebanon, targeting Hariss (Bint Jbeil district), Chouqine, Mayfadoun (Nabatieh governorate), as well as Abbassiyeh and Srifa (Sour district). Drone strikes also targeted Sojoud (Jezzine district) and Chehabiyeh (Sour district), while artillery shelled the outskirts of Chouqine and Mayfadoun.

The Israeli army also demolished houses near Kounine (Bint Jbeil district). Meanwhile, rockets were fired toward Israeli positions in the western sector of South Lebanon.

Israeli drone strike kills motorcyclist in Jouwaya

The Israeli army carried out a drone strike on a motorcycle in Jouaya (Sour district), killing its rider, according to our correspondent in southern Lebanon.

Israeli warplanes also continued bombing South Lebanon, targeting Hariss (Bint Jbeil district), Chouqine, Mayfadoun (Nabatieh governorate), as well as Abbassiyeh and Srifa (Sour district). Drone strikes also targeted Sojoud (Jezzine district) and Chehabiyeh (Sour district), while artillery shelled the outskirts of Chouqine and Mayfadoun.

The Israeli army also demolished houses near Kounine (Bint Jbeil district). Meanwhile, rockets were fired toward Israeli positions in the western sector of South Lebanon.

Iran denounces IAEA report as ‘political pressure’

Today, Iran described as a “tool of political pressure” a report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) expressing concern over limited access to Iranian nuclear sites and calling on Tehran to “cooperate constructively.”

“If the IAEA wants to contribute to a diplomatic solution, it must avoid turning a technical report into a tool of political pressure,” Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi wrote on X.

In a confidential report reviewed by AFP on Thursday, the IAEA said the lack of access to nuclear sites in Iran constituted a “proliferation concern.”

“While the Agency recognizes that military attacks against Iranian nuclear facilities and sites have created an unprecedented situation, it is crucial that it be able to carry out verification activities in Iran without delay,” the report said.

“Such a military attack is not only a violation of Iranian sovereignty, it is a direct blow to nuclear safety,” Gharibabadi said. “One cannot ignore the source of the dysfunction and then present the consequences of that dysfunction as a grievance against Iran.”

Berry says killing of three Lebanese soldiers was ‘neither a mistake nor an accident’

Reacting to the Israeli strike that killed three Lebanese soldiers earlier Saturday, Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri said the “crime committed today is in no way a mistake or an accident, as Israel is trying to justify it.”

During a phone call with Lebanese Army Commander Gen. Rodolph Haykal, Berri offered his condolences to the military institution, its leadership, officers and soldiers, as well as to the families of the victims: Brig. Gen. Wissam Sabra, Capt. Elie Khoury and soldier Hassan Ghazal.

Hezbollah claims drone attack on Israeli Merkava tank in Blatt

Hezbollah said it targeted an Israeli army Merkava tank in Blatt (Marjayoun district) at 7:30 a.m. using an Ababil attack drone, claiming it successfully hit its target.

Hezbollah claims drone attack on Israeli Merkava tank in Blatt

Hezbollah said it targeted an Israeli army Merkava tank in Blatt (Marjayoun district) at 7:30 a.m. using an Ababil attack drone, claiming it successfully hit its target.

Israeli strikes cause casualties in Hosh, Harouf and Ain Baal

An Israeli drone targeted a motorcycle in Hosh (Sour district), near the Shamissani residence, killing one person, according to our correspondent.

In Ain Baal, in the same district, Israeli strikes killed one person and wounded two others. A drone also targeted Maarakeh.

The Israeli army also struck several areas in the Nabatieh governorate, including Kfar Tebnit, which was targeted by airstrikes, the Midane neighborhood in the city of Nabatieh, and Harouf's main square, which was hit by a drone.

The strike on Harouf killed a woman, Salma Harb, as she was heading home.

Israeli warplanes also carried out a strike on Kfarhouna (Jezzine district).

After killing three Lebanese soldiers, Israeli army says it targeted vehicle moving in a ‘suspicious’ manner

Two women were killed in an Israeli strike on Saksakiyeh in the Saida district: Zahra al-Moustapha and her daughter Hiyam Younes. Photo provided by our correspondent Mountasser Abdallah.

Commenting on the Israeli strike that killed three Lebanese soldiers in a military vehicle near Kfar Tebnit, Israeli army Arabic-language spokesperson Avichay Adraee said the vehicle had been moving in a “suspicious” manner in an “active combat zone that had been subject to an evacuation order.”

In a post on X, the Israeli army said it had information indicating “significant Hezbollah presence and activity” in the area.

The military said it had identified a vehicle moving in a “suspicious” manner toward its forces near Kfar Tebnit in South Lebanon. “After identifying the vehicle and in light of the intelligence received, as well as the threat it was perceived to pose to troops, it was targeted,” the statement said, adding that “the incident is still under investigation.”

Adraee also stressed that the area was an “active combat zone where any movement requires prior coordination” with Israeli forces.

One killed, several wounded, including rescue workers, in southern Lebanon

A drone strike on Harouf (Nabatieh governorate) killed one civilian and wounded two others, including a rescue worker, according to our correspondent in South Lebanon. Another drone strike targeted Arabsalim in the same governorate.

A preliminary toll also reported three wounded in Ain Baal (Sour district), which was targeted earlier by an Israeli strike. Another airstrike hit Siddiqine in the same district. Israeli artillery also shelled Majdal Zoun (Sour district) and Qalawieh (Bint Jbeil district).

The town of Ansarieh (Saida district) was struck twice in air raids that lightly wounded two rescue workers from the Islamic Health Authority as they were responding to the scene of the first strike. A shopping center was completely destroyed.

Israeli strike kills two officers and one soldier in military vehicle near Khardali

The Lebanese Army command said in a more detailed second statement that a “barbaric Israeli strike” targeted a military vehicle Saturday on the road linking Kfar Tebnit and Khardali, in the Nabatieh district, killing two officers, a brigadier general and a captain, as well as a soldier.

The army condemned what it described as “brutal, deliberate and repeated Israeli aggressions against Lebanon, its people and its army,” saying they were aimed at undermining ongoing efforts to reach a solution that would restore stability, establish a comprehensive cease-fire and secure an Israeli withdrawal from occupied Lebanese territory.

It added, however, that the attacks would “only strengthen [its] determination and resolve to continue carrying out its mission.”

Aoun condemns Israeli attack that killed three Lebanese Army soldiers

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned “in the strongest terms” the Israeli attack that killed two officers and one soldier, who “join the long list of military and civilian martyrs, children, women, rescue workers and journalists who have watered the precious soil of the South with their pure blood.”

The head of state said the attack constituted “a flagrant violation of Lebanese sovereignty, as well as international laws and norms” and was part of the “ongoing escalation threatening stability and security in the South.”

Lebanon “will not compromise on protecting its territory and its people,” Aoun added in a statement released by the presidency, calling on the international community to assume its responsibilities, put an end to these repeated attacks and ensure compliance with relevant international resolutions in order to preserve Lebanon’s security and stability.

Two hours after issuing an evacuation order, Israeli army bombs Mashghara

Israeli warplanes bombed Mashghara (Western Bekaa) two hours after issuing an evacuation order for the village and several others, instructing residents to move north of the Zahrani River, according to our Bekaa correspondent.

Israeli aircraft also struck the Cross Hill on the outskirts of Aishiyeh (Jezzine district), while artillery shelled Zebqine (Sour district), according to our correspondent in the region.

Two hours after issuing an evacuation order, Israeli army bombs Mashghara

Israeli warplanes bombed Mashghara (Western Bekaa) two hours after issuing an evacuation order for the village and several others, instructing residents to move north of the Zahrani River, according to our Bekaa correspondent.

Israeli aircraft also struck the Cross Hill on the outskirts of Aishiyeh (Jezzine district), while artillery shelled Zebqine (Sour district), according to our correspondent in the region.

New Israeli bombardments in southern Lebanon

Israeli warplanes bombed the outskirts of Choukine and Mayfadoun (Nabatieh governorate) this morning, as well as Aramta and Sojoud (Jezzine district), according to our correspondent in the region.

Drones struck Sabra Street in Toul twice, as well as Marj Zebdine (Nabatieh governorate).

Meanwhile, despite the extensive damage caused by Israeli strikes around Jabal Amel Hospital in the city of Sour, hospital staff and teams, with support from local residents, began clearing the rubble immediately after the attacks. Their determination to continue their humanitarian mission enabled the hospital to resume operations at full capacity.

Hezbollah claims interception of Israeli drone and several attacks on Israeli positions in southern Lebanon

Hezbollah said this morning, in its first statement of the day, that it carried out “a suicide drone attack at 8:45 p.m. yesterday against Israeli soldiers and military vehicles stationed near Yohmor al-Shaqif (Nabatieh governorate).”

The group’s final statements yesterday also announced “rocket barrages at 6 p.m. targeting Israeli soldiers in Tiri [Bint Jbeil district],” “an Ababil attack drone strike at 2 p.m. against a new Israeli military position in Adaisseh,” and “the interception at 7:15 p.m. of an Israeli Hermes 450 [‘Zik’] drone in the airspace over the Zahrani region using a surface-to-air missile, forcing it to turn back and withdraw.

Hezbollah claims interception of Israeli drone and several attacks on Israeli positions in southern Lebanon

Hezbollah said this morning, in its first statement of the day, that it carried out “a suicide drone attack at 8:45 p.m. Friday against Israeli soldiers and military vehicles stationed near Yohmor al-Shaqif (Nabatieh governorate).”

The group’s final statements on Friday also announced “rocket barrages at 6 p.m. targeting Israeli soldiers in Tiri [Bint Jbeil district],” “an Ababil attack drone strike at 2 p.m. against a new Israeli military position in Adaisseh,” and “the interception at 7:15 p.m. of an Israeli Hermes 450 [‘Zik’] drone in the airspace over the Zahrani region using a surface-to-air missile, forcing it to turn back and withdraw.

Dead and wounded in strike on residential building in Saksakiyeh

A residential building was targeted and destroyed by the Israeli army in Saksakiyeh (Saida district), causing a fire and resulting in deaths and injuries, according to our correspondent in the region.

Deadly Israeli strikes continue this morning in southern Lebanon

An Israeli strike targeted a vehicle in Deir Zahrani, injuring several people, our correspondent in the region reports.

Israeli strikes killed two people on a vehicle in Kfar Tebnit Jormoq (Nabatieh governorate).

Israeli bombardments targeted Shehabieh (Sour district), Deir Zahrani, Touline (Marjayoun district) and Harouf (Nabatieh governorate).

Israeli warplanes also carried out a strike between Mayfadoun and Qawtar al-Sharqieh (Nabatieh governorate).

Israeli strikes targeted Nabatieh and the Abu al-Aswad Mshaat area in Adloun, near the highway.

Israeli artillery shelled the Mahmoudiyeh road near Aishieh (Jezzine district).

An Israeli drone strike targeted the Al-Khalleh area of Jouwaya (Sour district).

For its part, Hezbollah claimed an attack carried out yesterday at 8:45 p.m. against Israeli military vehicles and soldiers on the southeastern outskirts of Yohmor al-Shaqif using two explosive drones.

Civil Defense teams, accompanied by the Lebanese Army, succeeded in evacuating a family from Nabatieh.

Israeli army intensifies overnight strikes in South Lebanon

Overnight, the Israeli army intensified its air, drone and artillery attacks across several areas of southern Lebanon, according to our correspondent.

At around 10 p.m., Israeli aircraft carried out a strike on Majdal Selem (Marjayoun district). Artillery fire targeted the Ahmadiyeh School in Berghoz (Hasbaya district), causing a fire. Artillery shelling also hit Kounine, Ghandourieh, Burj Qalawieh, Froun (Bint Jbeil district), Srifa (Sour district), as well as the Houjeir Valley and Tebnine (Bint Jbeil district).

After 11 p.m., thermal balloons were launched over the Zahrani area (Nabatieh governorate), while air-defense missiles were fired from Lebanon toward Israeli warplanes.

After midnight, Israeli aircraft bombed Abba and Mayfadoun, while a drone targeted Habboush (Nabatieh governorate). In the Bint Jbeil district, Baraachit was shelled by artillery fire.

At around 2 a.m., an Israeli drone targeted the city of Nabatieh. Drones also flew over Bissarieh, Sarafand and Bablieh (Saida district).

According to the toll from Friday’s attacks, Israeli warplanes targeted 41 localities, drones struck 14 localities and artillery shelled 23 localities. In response, Hezbollah carried out 32 attacks, mainly targeting groups of Israeli soldiers in occupied Lebanese territory.

The Israeli army also blew up two houses at dawn in Tiri (Bint Jbeil district).

Explosions near Kuwait airport and in Bahrain

Explosions were heard near Kuwait airport and in Bahrain, AFP correspondents reported, shortly after Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they had struck “enemy bases” in the region.

“Repeated explosion sounds were heard in areas near Kuwait International Airport,” while “explosions and interceptions were heard” in Manama, where sirens were activated, according to the correspondents.

Tehran’s ideological army said it had struck “enemy bases” in the Gulf following U.S. bombardments of radar installations in Iran.

‘Several soldiers, including an officer,’ killed in Israeli strike in southern Lebanon

Israeli strikes killed “several soldiers, including an officer,”on the road between Khardali and Nabatieh, the Lebanese Army announced in a statement this morning.

According to the statement, the victims were killed in a “brutal Israeli attack” targeting a military vehicle.

Earlier this morning, our correspondent in region reported that a military vehicle had been struck, killing three soldiers.

Sohmor targeted overnight; evacuation order issued for Mashghara this morning

The night was tense in the Western Bekaa, where our correspondent in the region reported an Israeli airstrike on the social center (Husseinieh) and the scout building of the Sohmor mosque. No casualties were reported.

This morning, the Israeli army issued an evacuation order to the residents of Mashghara.

Bahrain denounces ‘blatant aggression’ after Iranian strikes

Bahrain, which was already targeted earlier this week, denounced Iranian strikes against its territory and neighboring Kuwait, saying it had intercepted seven missiles.

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemns these new attacks,” it said in a statement. “This blatant aggression constitutes a clear violation of the sovereignty of both countries,” it added.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said overnight that, in retaliation for U.S. strikes, it launched ballistic missiles toward the Ali Al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait, where U.S. aircraft are stationed, and the headquarters of the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain.

Good morning and welcome to our live coverage of developments in Lebanon, where the South and the Bekaa remain under bombardment after a conditional “cease-fire” announced Thursday was rejected by Hezbollah and has yet to be approved by Israel.

We will also be following developments across the region, particularly in Iran.