As war looms over Lebanon, refugees wonder how they will survive Syrians and Sudanese nationals are trapped between war raging in their own countries and a war looming over Lebanon. Al Jazeera · Aug 17, 2024
Deadly Israeli Strikes As Mediators Push Gaza Truce Deadly Israeli strikes hit Lebanon and Gaza on Saturday as the US secretary of state headed back to Israel aiming to finalise a Gaza truce agreement, which diplomats say could help avert a wider regional conflagration. International Business Times · Aug 17, 2024
Israeli Strike In Southern Lebanon Kills 10 Syrian Nationals Israeli strike in southern Lebanon kills 10 Syrians amid escalating Hezbollah-Israel conflict. Efforts to de-escalate ongoing as tensions remain high. Top News · Aug 17, 2024
Woman and two children among 10 killed in Israeli strike in southern Lebanon Lebanon’s Health Ministry says an Israeli strike in southern Lebanon has killed at least 10 Syrian nationals The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2024
Israel-Gaza war: new evacuation orders in Gaza as 15 reported killed in Israeli strike – as it happens Israel’s military spokesperson posted instructions on X for people in parts of central Gaza to evacuate The Guardian - AU · Aug 17, 2024
Lebanon Health Ministry: At Least Nine Dead In Israeli Strike Lebanon's health ministry said an Israeli air strike on Saturday in southern Lebanon killed nine people, as the Israeli military reported hitting weapons stores of the Iran-backed Hezbollah movement. International Business Times · Aug 17, 2024
Hamas official calls Biden's optimism about Gaza ceasefire ‘an illusion' A senior Hamas official on Saturday dismissed US President Joe Biden's optimism for an imminent ceasefire deal in Gaza, where rescue workers said an Israeli strike killed 18 members of a single Palestinian family. "To say that we are getting close to a deal is an illusion," Hamas political bureau… France 24 · Aug 17, 2024
At least 10 killed in Israeli attack on southern Lebanon Israel’s military claims it hit a Hezbollah weapons warehouse but Lebanese Health Ministry says residence attacked. Al Jazeera · Aug 17, 2024
French foreign minister says Gaza truce 'necessary' for regional peace French Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne said Thursday from Beirut that a cease-fire in Gaza was "necessary" for peace in the region including Lebanon, as talks resumed in Qatar aiming to end the conflict. Radio France Internationale · Aug 15, 2024
Pressure For Deal Builds Ahead Of New Gaza Truce Talks Pressure built for a Gaza ceasefire to be agreed at talks set to resume Thursday in Qatar to avert a wider war involving Iran, after months of fighting between Israel and Hamas militants. International Business Times · Aug 15, 2024
Lebanon Says Three Killed In Israeli Strikes Lebanon's health ministry said Israeli strikes killed three people in the country's south on Wednesday, with Hezbollah announcing two of its fighters among the dead, the latest cross-border violence amid fears of a full-blown regional war. International Business Times · Aug 14, 2024
Tensions Rise In Lebanon Amid Threats Of Retaliation Tensions escalate in Lebanon after attacks, potential retaliation from Iran and Hezbollah, fears of war loom. Top News · Aug 14, 2024
Israel Pounds Gaza Ahead Of Ceasefire Talks Israeli air strikes targeted Gaza on Wednesday ahead of ceasefire talks that the United States hopes will stop Iran striking Israel in retaliation for the killing of a Hamas leader. International Business Times · Aug 14, 2024
‘We can’t handle a war’: poor and broken, Beirut’s residents dread the arrival of fresh conflict With nearly half the population in poverty and inflation at 40%, concerns are rising that Lebanon is ill-prepared for any escalation in the Israel-Gaza war The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2024
Top News · Aug 13, 2024 Lebanon's Health System Prepares For Possible Conflict Escalation Lebanon's health care system braces for potential conflict with Israel amidst challenges. Health sector struggles due to crises, shortages, and limited res...
The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2024 Lebanon's crisis-battered healthcare system now prepares for a wider war with Israel, minister says Lebanon’s crisis-battered healthcare system is now preparing for the possibility of a devastating wider conflict with Israel, the country’s health minister tells The Associated Press in an interview
France 24 · Aug 12, 2024 US boosts military presence in Mideast amid fears of Iranian attack on Israel US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered a guided-missile submarine and the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier to deploy to the Middle East amid reports that Iran is planning an attack against Israel in the coming days. Read our liveblog to see how all the day's events unfolded.
Top News · Aug 12, 2024 Rocket Launches From Lebanon Into Northern Israel Tensions escalate as rockets are fired from Lebanon towards Israel, prompting concerns of retaliatory attacks. Ceasefire talks scheduled this week.
Al Jazeera · Aug 10, 2024 Sonic booms – the psychological warfare Israel uses to sow fear in Lebanon Since October 7, Israel has been using thunderous noise, triggering memories of Beirut’s devastating port explosion.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 10, 2024 Israel-Gaza war: dozens reported dead after Israeli strike on Gaza school – as it happened Estimates for the number of dead range between 60 and 100, while Israel says it struck ‘command and control centre for Hamas terrorists’
Al Jazeera · Aug 9, 2024 Israel steps up attacks in Lebanon, kills Hamas official Israel carries out deadly air raid in Sidon, deep inside south Lebanon, amid intensifying regional tensions.
The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2024 The threat Israel didn't foresee: Hezbollah's growing drone power Lebanon's militant Hezbollah group has used dozens of drones to attack Israel in recent months
International Business Times · Aug 9, 2024 Lebanese On Edge Amid Fears Of All-out Israel-Hezbollah War Fears of a major escalation between Israel and Hezbollah have left many Lebanese on edge, exacerbating mental health problems and reviving traumas of past conflicts in the war-weary country.
Evening Standard · Aug 9, 2024 'Book any plane ticket available,' US citizens seeking to leave Lebanon told amid fears of wider war British nationals are also being advised to leave Lebanon
International Business Times · Aug 8, 2024 Iran Says Israel Seeks To 'Expand War' Amid De-escalation Push Iran accused Israel on Thursday of wanting to spread war in the Middle East, as diplomatic efforts sought a regional de-escalation following the killings of Tehran-allied militant leaders.