Israel stated that it is continuing air strikes and ground operations against the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon. The Iranian president declared the ceasefire a victory, stating it aligns with Tehran's general requirements. Israel accepted the US-Iran two-week ceasefire but clarified that Lebanon is not included in the agreement.
Israel launched airstrikes in southern Lebanon, signaling that the recent US-Iran ceasefire agreement does not apply to Lebanon. Israel clarified that its operations against Hezbollah are separate from the Iran ceasefire understanding. While Pakistan, the mediator, stated Lebanon is part of the truce, concerns about escalating tensions are rising.
Despite a US-Iran ceasefire agreement, Israel conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon where it fights the Iran-backed Hezbollah. Israel asserts that the ceasefire deal does not apply to the conflict within Lebanon. The war has resulted in over 1,500 deaths and displaced more than 1.2 million people in Lebanon.
The IDF temporarily halted airstrikes against Iran but continues operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon. The military conducted strikes targeting Iranian launch sites and key weapons production facilities. Despite the pause following political directives, the IDF remains on high alert for further action.
Following US President Trump's announcement to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks, Israel conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon, killing at least four people. Israel stated that the two-week ceasefire did not include Lebanon. Lebanon has been drawn into the Middle East war that began when Israel and the US attacked Iran.