Israel Launches Deadly Strikes on Lebanon Hours After Iran Ceasefire Announced

Summary

Israel launched massive airstrikes across Lebanon hours after a ceasefire with Iran was announced, killing at least 182 and wounding nearly 900. The ceasefire's applicability to Lebanon remains disputed, escalating tensions in the region.

Key Points
  • Israel conducted massive airstrikes across Lebanon, killing at least 182 people and wounding nearly 900.
  • The strikes targeted multiple areas including Beirut, southern Lebanon, and the Beqaa Valley within 10 minutes.
  • A two-week ceasefire was announced by the US and Iran hours earlier but its coverage of Lebanon is disputed.
  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated the ceasefire does not apply to Lebanon's conflict with Hezbollah.
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