Israel Launches Airstrikes on Southern Lebanon Day After Ceasefire Extension

Israeli air attacks struck multiple sites across southern Lebanon on Saturday, causing destruction and casualties. The strikes occurred within a day of an agreement between Israel and Lebanon to extend an existing ceasefire for another 45 days.

24 reported that Israel launched a massive series of airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, despite the truce extension. AJ English stated that the attacks caused destruction and casualties in the affected areas. The timing of the strikes came shortly after the ceasefire extension was agreed upon by the two countries.

The ceasefire extension was set to last an additional 45 days following the agreement. Both countries had reached the extension deal prior to the reported airstrikes. The sequence of events shows the strikes happening the day after the truce was prolonged.