World·2026-06-19T19:41:53+00:00
Israel and Hezbollah agree ceasefire, US says, as more Lebanon strikes reported
A ceasefire has been agreed upon between Israel and Hezbollah, according to a US official, following Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon that resulted in 47 fatalities. Despite the ceasefire announcement, Israeli military officials indicated that operations would continue to address immediate threats. Hezbollah's leadership has yet to confirm the ceasefire, expressing skepticism about Israel's commitment to peace agreements.
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World·2026-06-19T20:44:06+00:00
West Asia war highlights: Latest Israeli strikes killed 47 in Lebanon, Health Ministry says
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon on June 19 resulted in at least 47 fatalities and 97 injuries, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry. The strikes occurred as a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah was set to begin, following intense fighting that raised concerns about the stability of a broader peace deal involving the U.S. and Iran. The Israeli military reported that four of its soldiers were also killed during the clashes.
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World·2026-06-19T09:25:26+00:00
Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill 18 as Israel says four soldiers killed by Hezbollah
At least 18 people were killed in southern Lebanon due to Israeli air strikes, according to the Lebanese health ministry. The Israeli military reported that four of its soldiers were killed by Hezbollah, which has been retaliating against Israeli actions. The situation escalated despite a recent US-Iran agreement aimed at ceasing hostilities in the region, with both sides continuing to conduct strikes against each other.
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