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Friday, April 10, 2026

Israeli Strikes on Lebanon Threaten US-Iran Ceasefire

Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah in southern Lebanon have escalated despite an existing ceasefire, causing significant casualties and heightening regional tensions. This surge threatens to derail upcoming U.S.-Iran negotiations aimed at broader conflict resolution and complicates efforts to stabilize the Middle East.

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