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middleeasteye.networld19 hrs ago
Iran Launches Missiles at Israel After Israeli Strike on Beirut Suburb
Iran fired missiles at Israel for the first time since the April ceasefire, hours after Israel struck Beirut’s Dahiyeh district. Alerts sounded across Tel Aviv as residents moved to shelters.
politics4 days ago
Negotiators Reach Deal After Israeli Strike Nearly Collapses Talks
A 17-hour session in Tehran nearly ended the agreement when Iranian negotiators demanded last-minute changes and Qatari mediators threatened to leave. An Israeli airstrike on southern Beirut triggered the final crisis, prompting an immediate U.S. concession that reopened the stra…
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rediff.compolitics7 days ago
Israel Strikes Beirut; Trump Urges Halt to Lebanon Operations
Israeli officials described a U.S. demand to stop strikes on Lebanon as a "resounding slap in the face." The strikes targeted a Hezbollah command center and prompted Iran to question U.S. commitment to a peace deal.
ocregister.comfinance7 days ago
Iran Says Israeli Strike on Beirut Southern Suburbs Breached Ceasefire, Blames U.S.
Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned an Israeli strike on Beirut's southern suburbs and held the United States responsible for violations of a Lebanon ceasefire.
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theiranproject.compolitics7 days ago
Al Arabiya Reports U.S. Sees Israeli Strike as Disruptive to Iran Deal
Al Arabiya reported that U.S. officials view an Israeli strike on southern Beirut as an attempt to interfere with an Iran agreement. The same report stated that Washington remains optimistic about an imminent signing of the deal.
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Washington Examinerpolitics7 days ago
Trump Rebukes Netanyahu for Beirut Strike While Urging All Sides to Stand Down for Iran Deal
President Donald Trump called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after an Israeli strike on Beirut and said the action jeopardized an imminent peace agreement with Iran. Trump posted on Truth Social that all sides should stand down.
Timepolitics7 days agoUpdated
Israeli Strikes Hit Beirut After Hezbollah Rocket Attacks
Israeli forces struck Hezbollah targets in Beirut on Sunday, killing three and wounding six. The attacks disrupted final talks on a U.S.-Iran agreement scheduled for signing the same day.
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deccanchronicle.comworld7 days agoUpdated
Iranian Negotiator Ends U.S. Peace Talks After Israeli Strikes on Beirut
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on 14 June 2026 there was no point in continuing talks after Israeli strikes hit Beirut's southern suburbs. Iranian media separately reported that the United States had agreed to present reconstruction plans for Iran of at least 300 billion dollars.
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Al Jazeerapolitics8 days ago
Iranian Markets Rise as Mediators Near Interim Deal with U.S.
Iran's currency and stock markets strengthened Sunday amid reports that mediators are close to an interim agreement with the United States. Hardline opposition inside Iran and reported Israeli strikes on Beirut have accompanied the final push.
rediff.comworld8 days ago
Israeli Strike on Beirut Suburb Kills Three, Wounds 15
Lebanese civil defence recovered three bodies after an Israeli strike on the Ghobeiry area of Beirut’s southern suburbs. Rescue operations continue while Lebanon filed complaints with the UN Security Council over the attack and a separate incident that killed three Lebanese soldi…
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Hezbollah Reports Rocket Attack on Israeli Forces in Southern Lebanon
Hezbollah said its fighters fired rockets at Israeli vehicles and soldiers near Majdal Zoun early Sunday. The group stated the attack responded to Israeli ceasefire violations. Israeli strikes on southern Beirut killed at least two people and wounded four others.
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foxnews.comworld8 days ago
Israeli forces strike Beirut in reported response to Hezbollah drone activity
Israeli forces conducted strikes on Lebanon's capital. The action followed reported drone incursions by Hezbollah and occurred as the U.S. and Iran approached an interim peace arrangement.
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Israeli Prime Minister Says Strikes Targeted Hezbollah Sites in Beirut
Israeli officials reported strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut's southern suburbs. The statement said the action responded to recent rocket fire and that further attacks would not be tolerated.
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Israeli military strikes Beirut site it says was Hezbollah headquarters
The Israeli military released footage and a statement describing an airstrike on a Beirut building it said served Hezbollah operations. The statement said the strike followed an earlier Hezbollah launch of aerial targets toward Israel.
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abcnews.go.comworld8 days ago
Hezbollah Says It Attacked Israeli Artillery Position in Southern Lebanon
Hezbollah stated it struck an Israeli artillery position in al-Adissa and fired rockets near Majdal Zoun. Israeli forces struck a building in southern Beirut, killing at least two people and wounding four others.
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Israeli military strikes Hezbollah sites in Beirut district
Israeli forces carried out strikes on Hezbollah command centers in Beirut's Dahiyeh district. The action followed reports of Hezbollah drones entering Israeli airspace and triggering air-raid sirens in northern Israel.
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Israeli ministers urge intensified strikes on Hezbollah and Beirut suburb
Several Israeli ministers called for stronger military action against Hezbollah and the Dahiyeh neighborhood following continued attacks on northern Israel. The Israel Defense Forces conducted strikes in southern Lebanon.
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middleeasteye.netpolitics9 days ago
U.S. Helicopter Downed Over Strait of Hormuz, Strikes Reported in Beirut and Northern Israel
A U.S. Apache helicopter was reported downed over the Strait of Hormuz while strikes hit Beirut and northern Israel received Iranian missile fire. President Trump announced a response on social media shortly after the incidents.
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thehindubusinessline.comfinance13 days ago
Iran Halts Strikes on Israel After June 8 Announcement
Iran's military command stated it completed strikes on Israel in response to Israeli attacks on Beirut's Dahiyeh district. The June 8 statement warned of stronger retaliation if Israel resumes attacks. President Trump posted that both sides seek an immediate cease-fire and that U…
jns.orgpolitics13 days ago
Israel Authorizes Automatic Retaliatory Strikes on Beirut if Hezbollah Attacks Northern Israel
@MarioNawfal reported that any Hezbollah rocket or drone targeting northern Israel will now trigger an automatic Israeli strike on Beirut without additional political approval.
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al-monitor.comworld13 days ago
Hezbollah Launches Sustained Rocket Barrage at Israel; Israel Strikes Hezbollah Command Node in Beirut Suburb
An Israeli strike hit a Hezbollah-controlled neighborhood in south Beirut on June 7, killing residents and prompting journalists to visit the area the next day. The attack marks the latest escalation in the ongoing Middle East conflict between Israel and the militant group.
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koreatimes.co.krpolitics13 days ago
Iran Seeks Lebanon-Wide Terms in Any Ceasefire Agreement
Iran has stated it wants any memorandum of understanding to cover all of Lebanon, not only Beirut. The position was reported in connection with ongoing ceasefire discussions involving multiple parties.
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rediff.comworld5 days agoUpdated
Israel Strikes Beirut, Iran Strikes Northern Israel, Israel Blocks Gaza Aid
Israeli forces struck Beirut. Iranian forces struck northern Israel. Israel then blocked all aid shipments into Gaza.
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nbcnews.compolitics14 days ago
Israeli Finance Minister Proposes Retaliatory Strikes on Beirut Buildings
The Israeli finance minister has reportedly suggested to the Security Cabinet that Israel respond to Iranian missiles by striking 20-30 buildings in Beirut's Dahiyeh district for each missile launched. The proposal frames the approach as a more efficient alternative to direct str…
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deccanchronicle.comworld14 days ago
Israeli Military Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Beirut Suburbs, Killing Two
The Israeli military carried out attacks in Beirut's suburbs on Sunday that killed two people and wounded 20. It also vowed to continue its campaign in Lebanon and increase operations against Hezbollah.
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Al Jazeeraworld14 days ago
Iran Launches Missiles at Israel After Strike Near Beirut
Iran fired missiles at Israel on Sunday following an Israeli strike on a site in southern Beirut. Israel responded with strikes on Tehran and other cities on Monday, threatening a two-month ceasefire between Iran and the United States.
rediff.comfinance14 days ago
Israel Strikes Beirut, Iran Retaliates as Oil Prices Rise
Israel carried out airstrikes in Beirut. Iran responded with attacks on Israel and warned of further action if operations in Lebanon expand. Brent crude for August 2026 rose 4.1 percent.
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Al-Monitorpolitics5 days agoUpdated
Israeli military says it struck targets in western and central Iran
<p>June 8 (Reuters) - Israel conducted strikes early on Monday against military targets in western and central Iran, hours after Iran fired a salvo of missiles at Israeli targets in retaliation for an attack on Beirut's southern suburbs.</p><p></p><…
indiatoday.intoday.inworld14 days ago
Iran Reports Missile Launches Toward Israel After Strike on Beirut
Iranian state media reported a second wave of missiles directed at Israel. Israeli military officials stated that defense systems intercepted the incoming projectiles and detected additional launches.
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upi.comworld4 days ago
Iranian Speaker Says U.S. Bases and Israeli Assets Are Legitimate Targets After Israeli Strikes on Beirut
Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf cited a U.S. naval blockade and a reported U.S. green light for Israeli escalation in Lebanon. The statement followed Israeli attacks on Beirut's southern suburbs.
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thenextweb.compolitics5 days agoUpdated
Trump Calls for More Strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon
U.S. President Donald Trump urged additional attacks on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. The statement came after Israel conducted strikes in Beirut and after earlier U.S. calls for a ceasefire.
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foxnews.comfinance15 days ago
Israeli Military Strikes Hezbollah Headquarters in Beirut Suburb
The Israeli military struck Hezbollah's headquarters in Beirut's southern suburbs after reporting incoming fire from the group. Officials said the target was in Dahiyeh and described the action as a direct response to the reported fire.
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thehindubusinessline.compolitics18 days agoUpdated
Israel Strikes Beirut, Killing 10, After Hezbollah Fires Rockets Into Israel, Violating US-Brokered Ceasefire
Israel and Lebanon agreed to renew a ceasefire that includes pilot security zones inside Lebanon where Hezbollah operatives would be banned. The deal was announced Wednesday after rocket fire and Israeli strikes that killed at least nine people.
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Netanyahu Abandons Planned Beirut Strikes After Trump Call
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dropped plans for major strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut following a Monday call with President Trump. The decision came amid U.S.-Iran negotiations and domestic pressure on Netanyahu ahead of an October election.
thehindu.compolitics18 days ago
Israeli Strikes Kill Nine in Southern Lebanon as Hezbollah Fires Rockets
Israeli strikes killed at least nine people in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, including two paramedics, while Hezbollah fired rockets into northern Israel. The exchanges tested a partial ceasefire reached on Monday that limits attacks on Beirut and northern Israeli communities.
politics19 days ago
Israel Strikes Beirut as Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz, Cutting 20% of Global Oil Supply
The U.S. president directed Israel’s prime minister to stop planned strikes on Beirut to avoid derailing talks with Iran. The directive followed reports of a tense phone exchange and came amid a nearly 90-day closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld19 days ago
Israeli drone strikes kill six in southern Lebanon, target car near Beirut
Israeli drone strikes killed at least six people in southern Lebanon and hit a car south of Beirut on Wednesday. Israel reported intercepting an aircraft it said was likely launched by Hezbollah.
al-monitor.compolitics19 days ago
Israel Intercepts Aircraft From Lebanon One Day After Its Military Vehicle Operated in Southern Lebanon During Partial Ceasefire
The Israeli military intercepted a hostile aircraft that crossed into northern Israel from Lebanon on Wednesday. Lebanon had announced a partial ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel that would halt strikes on Beirut's Hezbollah-controlled suburbs and stop attacks on Israel.
Washington Examinerpolitics4 days ago
Trump and Netanyahu Clash in Tense Call Over Potential Beirut Operation as Israel Announces Lebanon Ground Moves
President Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday and discouraged an Israeli ground operation near Beirut. The call occurred as U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks continued.
The Japan Timesworld19 days agoUpdated
Lebanon Orders Safety Audit of Middle East Airlines
Lebanon’s aviation regulator began a safety review of Middle East Airlines after pilot groups raised concerns about operations near airstrikes and penalties for safety reports. The Beirut-based carrier continues flights across the Middle East, Europe and West Africa.
sbs.com.aupolitics19 days ago
NDIS overhaul plan issued; disability groups cite risks to services
The federal government's NDIS reform advisory committee warned that proposed changes would cause material harm and shift power to the health minister. A single-use plastic and metal vessel won an award for worst packaging. President Trump reportedly confronted Israeli Prime Minis…
thehindu.compolitics4 days agoUpdated
Netanyahu Cancels Strike on Hezbollah Targets in Beirut
President Donald Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on June 2, 2026, about Israel's plans to strike Hezbollah targets in Beirut. The conversation addressed concerns over potential impacts on U.S. negotiations with Iran.
abcnews.go.compolitics20 days ago
Trump Directs Netanyahu to Drop South Beirut Strike Plan
President Trump instructed Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to cancel an air strike on south Beirut. Israel's parliament then moved to schedule elections.
Semaforpolitics20 days agoUpdated
Israeli Strikes Hit Beirut; Trump and Netanyahu Hold Phone Call
President Trump spoke by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on June 2, 2026, following Israeli strikes on Beirut earlier that day.
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Israel Continues Gaza Military Campaign; U.S. Officials Privately Urge Restraint
U.S. officials told Israeli counterparts during a Monday call that Israel's international position is breeding hatred worldwide. Public statements from the same officials have supported recent Israeli strikes on Beirut suburbs.
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thehindu.compolitics20 days ago
Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Iran Nuclear Talks and Lebanon Operations
President Trump discussed peace negotiations with Iran and Israeli operations in Lebanon during a call placed on the same day as strikes on Beirut. Axios reported the exchange grew heated.
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New York Postpolitics20 days ago
Trump and Netanyahu Speak by Phone as Israel Weighs Further Strikes on Hezbollah
President Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday about strikes on Hezbollah. Trump posted afterward that troops would not go to Beirut and that shooting would stop.
rediff.compolitics20 days ago
Israel Strikes Beirut Suburbs, Seizes Hezbollah-Held Beaufort Castle as Both Sides Accuse Each Other of Ceasefire Violations
Israeli forces ordered new airstrikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs and recaptured a 900-year-old castle in southern Lebanon amid an expanding campaign against Hezbollah. The moves come despite an April ceasefire and ongoing U.S.-Iran talks.
algemeiner.compolitics20 days ago
Hezbollah Agrees to Partial Ceasefire Near Beirut as Israel Deepens Ground Offensive in Southern Lebanon and Iran Pauses Nuclear Talks With US
President Trump announced the limited truce on June 1. Iran halted indirect negotiations the same day, pushing oil prices up 4 percent.
gamereactor.eupolitics20 days ago
Israel and Hezbollah Agree to Ceasefire
Officials reported that a U.S. leader spoke with Israeli and Hezbollah representatives, resulting in an agreement to halt major military actions in Beirut and cross-border fire.
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Euronewspolitics20 days ago
Israel Launches Ground Operation in Lebanon; Hezbollah Fires Rockets at Haifa, Israel Strikes Beirut Suburbs
Israeli forces struck southern Beirut on Monday after advancing deeper into Lebanon than at any point in 26 years. Hezbollah responded with rocket and missile fire reaching the outskirts of Haifa.
gamereactor.eupolitics4 days ago
Trump Reportedly Used Backchannel to Relay De-escalation Message to Hezbollah
President Trump communicated with Hezbollah through intermediaries to seek an immediate reduction in fighting in Lebanon. Israeli troops heading toward Beirut turned back and Hezbollah agreed to freeze rocket fire.
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Euronewspolitics20 days ago
Lebanese Officials Report Hezbollah Ceasefire Offer to Israel
Lebanese officials stated they can guarantee a full ceasefire if Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs end. Hezbollah has reportedly signaled readiness to stop attacks on Israel.
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Hezbollah Accepts U.S. Ceasefire Proposal, Lebanese Presidency Says
Lebanese authorities say Hezbollah has agreed to a U.S. proposal for a mutual halt to attacks that would cover all Lebanese territory. The announcement follows weeks of diplomatic contacts between Beirut and Washington.
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foxnews.compolitics20 days ago
Hezbollah Fires Rockets at Israeli Civilians; Netanyahu Warns of Strike on Beirut Suburb
The Israeli prime minister stated he told the U.S. president that Israel would strike terrorist targets in Beirut if Hezbollah continues attacks on Israeli cities and civilians. The comments were reported by multiple outlets on the same evening.
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Euronewspolitics20 days ago
Lebanese Politician Says Hezbollah Seeks New Cease-Fire With Israel
A Lebanese lawmaker close to Hezbollah called for a new truce and said only the United States could secure Israeli compliance. The statement came as Israeli forces threatened strikes near Beirut and fighting intensified.
riotimesonline.comworld21 days ago
German and Norwegian Ministers Divert Military Plane to Cyprus as Beirut Airport Becomes Unsafe
Military aircraft carrying German and Norwegian ministers were diverted mid-flight on June 1, 2026, as security conditions in Beirut prevented a landing. The ministers had been traveling to show solidarity with Lebanon.
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futurity.orgpolitics21 days ago
Traffic Jams Form in Southern Beirut After Evacuation Warning
Residents left southern Beirut neighborhoods following a warning of planned strikes on the city's southern suburbs. Heavy traffic resulted as people departed the area.
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thehindu.compolitics20 days ago
Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Beirut Suburbs
Israeli officials are waiting for final approval before any military operation in Beirut's southern suburbs. Two Israeli sources told Reuters the decision remains pending.
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israelnationalnews.compolitics21 days ago
Israel Strikes Hezbollah Rocket Sites in Lebanon
Iran stated that Israeli attacks on Hezbollah targets in Beirut violate a broader ceasefire agreement with the United States. Israeli forces struck southern Beirut suburbs twice since the Lebanon truce began on 16 April.
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