Israel and Hezbollah continue strikes despite ceasefire agreement
Several people are reported killed in southern Lebanon, with the IDF saying it hit "Hezbollah terrorist targets" after the group fired over 50 projectiles at Israeli forces.
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Several reported killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon despite ceasefire
The IDF said it struck "Hezbollah terrorist targets" after the group fired over 50 projectiles at Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.
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Thousands killed in US-Israeli war on Iran - but experts say true total may never be known
Experts say internet, media and government restrictions have all hampered casualty reporting across the region.
Thousands killed in US-Israeli war on Iran - but experts say true total may never be known
Experts say internet, media and government restrictions have all hampered casualty reporting across the region.