Fresh Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon have reportedly killed at least 11 people, less than 24 hours after a new ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah was announced, raising concerns that the fragile truce could quickly collapse. Lebanese state media reported that Israeli warplanes, drones, and artillery targeted more than a dozen locations, particularly around the city of Nabatieh, causing casualties and widespread destruction.
The Israeli military said the strikes were carried out against Hezbollah targets after the group allegedly launched more than 50 projectiles toward Israeli forces operating in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah, however, warned that it reserves the right to respond if Israel continues military operations or expands its presence inside Lebanese territory.
The latest escalation comes amid broader regional tensions linked to the recent US-Iran peace agreement, which aims to reduce hostilities across multiple fronts, including Lebanon. The United States has expressed concern that continued fighting between Israel and Hezbollah could undermine ongoing diplomatic efforts, while US envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to hold talks with Iranian officials to reinforce the ceasefire framework.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains under domestic pressure to maintain military operations against Hezbollah, while Lebanon continues to face a worsening humanitarian crisis. Nearly one million people remain displaced, and extensive damage has been reported across southern Lebanon following months of cross-border fighting.
The renewed violence highlights the fragile nature of the ceasefire and underscores the challenges facing international efforts to prevent another major escalation in the Middle East.
