Israel and Lebanon Extend Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Strikes
Israel, Lebanon say extending ceasefire despite new strikes
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Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire by 45 days amid ongoing military strikes, particularly from Israel targeting Hezbollah positions. The U.S. is facilitating discussions for a permanent political settlement, while civilian casualties continue to rise in Lebanon due to recent airstrikes.
- 01The ceasefire, initially set to expire, will now last for an additional 45 days to allow further negotiations.
- 02The U.S. plans to host military delegations from both countries on May 29 and political talks on June 2 and 3.
- 03Israeli airstrikes have resulted in over 2,900 deaths in Lebanon, with significant casualties reported even during the ceasefire.
- 04Lebanon's health ministry reported at least 37 injuries from recent Israeli strikes near Tyre, including women and children.
- 05The Israeli military has confirmed the death of another soldier, raising the total Israeli military fatalities in clashes with Hezbollah to 19 since March.
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Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire for an additional 45 days to facilitate ongoing negotiations, as announced by the U.S. State Department. Despite this extension, Israel has continued its military operations, targeting Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon. The latest strikes have resulted in significant civilian casualties, with over 2,900 reported deaths in Lebanon since the conflict escalated on March 2, including more than 400 since the ceasefire began. The U.S. is set to hold military discussions on May 29 and political talks on June 2 and 3 to work towards a permanent political settlement. The Israeli military has confirmed the death of another soldier, bringing the total fatalities among Israeli troops to 19 since early March. In light of the ongoing violence, the United Nations has called for urgent diplomatic efforts to address the humanitarian crisis in Lebanon, emphasizing the need for a political solution to prevent further civilian suffering.
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The ongoing conflict and airstrikes have severely affected civilians in Lebanon, leading to a humanitarian crisis.
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