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Escalating tensions and ongoing military operations between Israel and Hezbollah

The ceasefire established between Israel and Hezbollah on April 17, 2026, is currently under severe strain as both sides continue to engage in hostilities. On April 27, the Israeli military initiated new strikes against Hezbollah positions in the Beqaa Valley, marking the first such attack in the region since the truce began. Lebanese authorities reported that 14 people, including two women and two children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Sunday in the south, the highest daily death toll since the ceasefire's inception. Since April 17, a total of 36 Lebanese civilians have been killed. Israel justified the strikes by citing persistent threats from Hezbollah's 122mm rockets and drones, while Hezbollah claimed its attacks were a response to Israeli violations. Amidst the fighting, the Israeli army issued evacuation orders for seven villages in southern Lebanon, leading to civilian displacement. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun emphasized that the goal of negotiations is to end the war, while Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem continues to reject direct talks with Israel. Separately, Israel reported the death of one soldier and the wounding of several others during combat operations.

Original Sources

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Sigmalive English · 24 April 2026, 12:14
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Sigmalive English · 17 April 2026, 09:14