LEBANON CONFLICT
Israeli military operations in Lebanon, their impact on civilians, Hezbollah dynamics and the humanitarian situation in Lebanese territory
22 articles
In Lebanon, war continues to weigh on residents' daily lives
FRANCE 24Au Liban, la guerre continue de peser sur le quotidien des habitants
Jul 1, 2026, 04:17 PM
In Lebanon, the ceasefire has not ended everyday hardships. Between a battered economy, soaring cost of living, and lingering war damage, many Lebanese struggle to make ends meet despite an apparent recovery in Beirut.
Conflict or division of roles? The Vance-Rubio rift over the Iran and Lebanon deals
AL JAZEERA ARABICتضارب أم توزيع أدوار؟.. كواليس التباين بين فانس وروبيو حول اتفاقيتي إيران ولبنان
Jun 30, 2026, 12:31 PM
An Axios report says US President Trump is exploiting the contrast between his hawkish Secretary of State Rubio and his dovish Vice President Vance as flexible diplomatic tools for dealing with Iran. The aim is to achieve a strategic balance in the Middle East over agreements on Iran and Lebanon.
Lebanon's Markaba: How the occupation transformed the face of the border village
AL JAZEERA ARABICمركبا اللبنانية.. كيف بدّل الاحتلال وجه القرية الحدودية؟
Jun 30, 2026, 12:11 PM
Satellite images reveal extensive destruction and bulldozing in the southern Lebanese town of Markaba through June 2026, with new tracks and roads appearing nearby. The damage resulted from Israeli airstrikes and the demolition of homes to impose a border security zone.
Iran and the Lebanon-Israel deal: linking withdrawal to Hezbollah's weapons
AL JAZEERA ARABICإيران واتفاق لبنان وإسرائيل.. قراءة في ربط الانسحاب بسلاح حزب الله
Jun 29, 2026, 11:06 AM
Iranian circles are reading the Lebanon-Israel framework agreement as a test of the understanding between Tehran and Washington. Some see it as a temporary truce opportunity for Hezbollah, while others view linking the Israeli withdrawal to disarming Hezbollah as a path to undermining one of Iran's key allies.
Israel planning permanent Lebanon occupation – professor (VIDEO)
RTJun 29, 2026, 11:01 AM
Tehran-based Professor Mohammad Marandi argues that Israel is planning a permanent occupation of Lebanon, saying its presence in Lebanon and Syria reflects territorial ambitions. The claim was made in a video interview with RT.
Israeli Soldier Killed in Southern Lebanon Despite Ceasefire
AL JAZEERA ARABICمقتل جندي إسرائيلي في جنوب لبنان
Jun 25, 2026, 04:33 AM
Despite relative calm following the US-Iran understanding, Israel announced a soldier killed and another wounded in southern Lebanon. Israel continues to violate the ceasefire and expand its incursion, which has left thousands of casualties and displaced people.
Lebanon's lose-lose: Is there another way out of conflict?
DEUTSCHE WELLEJun 23, 2026, 06:26 PM
Lebanon finds itself caught between Israeli and Iranian spheres of influence following the new US-Iran peace deal. The country, wanting alignment with neither, is exploring whether a neutral third path exists — potentially with Gulf Arab and European backing.
Lebanon: clashes continue, Aoun denounces Israel's impunity
FRANCE 24Liban : les affrontements se poursuivent, Aoun dénonce l'impunité d'Israël
Jun 7, 2026, 10:21 AM
Clashes continue in Lebanon as President Joseph Aoun denounces Israel's impunity. France 24 correspondent Elena Volochine analyzes the situation.
Lebanon: Beirut condemns 'incessant' Israeli attacks
FRANCE 24Liban : Beyrouth condamne les attaques israéliennes "incessantes"
Jun 7, 2026, 10:12 AM
Fighting persists in Lebanon despite talks in Washington; a strike in the south killed three Lebanese soldiers Saturday, while Israel reported two of its own soldiers killed. Beirut condemned the 'incessant' Israeli attacks.
With a 'kippah' and 'Netanyahu stamp' on his forehead: the incitement and caricatures against Lebanon's president
YNETעם "כיפה" ו"חותמת נתניהו" על המצח: ההסתה נגד נשיא לבנון, והקריקטורות
Jun 7, 2026, 10:05 AM
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun faces harsh criticism from Hezbollah and its supporters, who publish caricatures and posts mocking him over his support for direct negotiations with Israel.
Lebanese general among three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on car
BBC WORLDJun 6, 2026, 09:23 PM
A Lebanese general was among three soldiers killed in an Israeli attack on a car in south Lebanon, where Israel is fighting Hezbollah. The Israeli military says it is investigating the incident.
What Are the Stakes of Israel's Ground Offensive in Lebanon?
FRANCE 24Liban : quels sont les enjeux de l’offensive terrestre israélienne ?
Mar 17, 2026, 03:28 PM
The Israeli army announced the launch of "limited ground operations" against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, as the death toll from the conflict approaches 900. France 24 spoke with Dominique Trinquand, a former head of the French military mission to the United Nations, to assess the strategic stakes of the offensive. The operation marks a significant escalation in Israel's campaign against the Lebanese militant group.
Israeli Strike Kills Three Lebanese Soldiers as Aoun Condemns Escalation
AL JAZEERA ARABICمقتل 3 جنود لبنانيين بقصف إسرائيلي وعون يندد
Mar 17, 2026, 03:15 PM
The Lebanese army announced the deaths of three of its soldiers in an Israeli airstrike, as Israel continued to escalate military operations across various parts of Lebanon. Among the areas targeted was a location near Beirut's airport in the southern suburbs of the capital. Lebanese President Aoun strongly condemned the strikes.
How a Lebanese Town Is Vetting Displaced Southerners to Keep the Peace
FRANCE 24Comment Aley tente d'assurer la sécurité en recensant les déplacés du sud Liban
Mar 17, 2026, 06:31 AM
In Aley, a Druze-majority town in the Mount Lebanon region 19 km from Beirut, municipal authorities are systematically verifying the identity of all displaced persons arriving from southern Lebanon. The initiative aims to reassure a local population increasingly anxious as Israeli strikes expand beyond traditional Hezbollah strongholds. Israel has accused Hezbollah of embedding fighters among civilian displaced populations sheltering in these areas.
Israel Launches Simultaneous Major Strikes on Tehran and Beirut
AL JAZEERA ARABICالجيش الإسرائيلي يعلن شن هجمات واسعة على طهران وبيروت في آن واحد
Mar 16, 2026, 10:46 PM
The Israeli military announced sweeping simultaneous strikes on Tehran and Beirut, targeting Iranian infrastructure and Hezbollah positions. Iran and Lebanon responded with waves of missile fire directed at multiple locations inside Israel. The coordinated dual-front offensive marks a significant escalation in the ongoing multi-front conflict.
Live: US-Israel Strikes on Iran — Lebanon Surpasses One Million Displaced as EU Mission in Baghdad Hit by Drone
EL PAÍSÚltima hora del ataque de Estados Unidos e Israel contra Irán, en directo | Líbano supera la barrera del millón de desplazados forzosos por la ofensiva israelí
Mar 16, 2026, 10:07 PM
The United States and Israel have launched joint military strikes against Iran, triggering a major regional crisis. In Lebanon, the number of people forcibly displaced by the Israeli offensive has exceeded one million. A drone struck the EU mission headquarters in Baghdad without causing casualties, while Brussels rebuffed a US request for involvement in the Strait of Hormuz, declaring it "not Europe's war."
Rocket From Lebanon Hits Home in Nahariya: 15 Lightly Injured, House Catches Fire
YNET15 נפגעים קל בפגיעה ישירה בנהריה, בית עלה באש: "דלת הממ"ד נסגרה - והגיע בום"
Mar 16, 2026, 09:48 PM
A rocket fired from Lebanon scored a direct hit on a residential building in Nahariya, northern Israel, injuring 15 people lightly and setting the house on fire. Residents described narrow escapes, with one man recounting how his sister-in-law managed to reach the safe room just seconds before impact. Locals expressed weary resignation, saying they are hoping for a quiet life while others seem to have different plans for them.
Day 17 of the War in Images: Smoke Over Dubai Airport, Missile Debris in Safed and Jerusalem
YNETעשן בנמל התעופה בדובאי, שברים ענקיים בצפת ובירושלים: היום ה-17 למלחמה בתמונות
Mar 16, 2026, 09:33 PM
On the 17th day of the war, 15 people were lightly wounded in Nahariya after a direct Hezbollah rocket hit, while rubble continued to pile up in the Dahiya district of Beirut. A massive missile fragment fell in Safed, and another was documented near the Knesset in Jerusalem. Iran also continued striking Gulf states during the day.
Israel Vows to Block Return of Hundreds of Thousands to Southern Lebanon Until Security Is Guaranteed
EL PAÍSIsrael asegura que impedirá el regreso de “centenares de miles de residentes” al sur de Líbano hasta que vea garantizada su seguridad
Mar 16, 2026, 07:13 PM
Israel has declared it will prevent hundreds of thousands of residents from returning to southern Lebanon until it receives security guarantees, as part of its ongoing offensive against Hezbollah. The Israeli army has also announced "limited and targeted" ground operations in the campaign. The move signals a deepening Israeli commitment to reshaping conditions in the south before any return of displaced civilians is permitted.
Bombed in 2006, Rebuilt — and Back in the Crosshairs: Southern Lebanon's Bridges and the Fear of Isolation
YNETהותקפו ב-2006, שוקמו - ושוב על הכוונת: הגשרים בדרום לבנון - והחשש מבידוד
Mar 16, 2026, 02:08 PM
The Israeli Air Force destroyed a bridge over the Litani River in southern Lebanon, with an IDF spokesperson stating it served as a key route enabling Hezbollah to prepare for combat. Lebanese media outlets then mapped out other strategic bridges and crossings that could be used by the militant group. The strikes have revived memories of 2006, when similar infrastructure was targeted, and raised fears of civilian isolation in the region.
Israel Launches Ground Operation in Lebanon
RTIsrael starts ground operation in Lebanon
Mar 16, 2026, 09:34 AM
The Israeli Defence Forces have launched what they describe as "limited and targeted" ground operations inside Lebanon, aimed at Hezbollah strongholds. The stated objective is to safeguard communities in northern Israel from cross-border threats. The incursion marks a significant escalation in the ongoing confrontation between Israel and Hezbollah.
Michigan Synagogue Attacker 'Lost Family in Israeli Strike,' Official Says
RTMichigan synagogue attacker ‘lost family to Israeli attack’ – official
Mar 13, 2026, 11:30 AM
A Lebanese-born suspect carried out an attack on a synagogue in Michigan on Thursday, reportedly motivated by the loss of family members in recent Israeli bombings in Lebanon. Officials confirmed the connection between the attacker's personal losses and the assault. The incident highlights the domestic repercussions of ongoing military conflict in the Middle East.